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1942
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2019
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Ruth Watson Obituary
Muncie - Ruth C. Watson, 76, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at I.U. Health Ball Memorial Hospital.
She was born in Muncie on December 13, 1942, the daughter of Rhue and Wilma (Fraizer) Perry and later graduated from Royerton High School.
Ruth was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting and reading. She was a lifetime member of Corinth Congregational Christian Church where she served as church organist.
Survivors include her husband of fifty-six years, Bob Watson; son, David Watson (wife, Kellyanna); daughter, Susan Whitehair (husband, Rodney); a sister, Jane Ann Good.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Services will be 12:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2019 at The Meeks Mortuary and Crematory, Washington Street Chapel. Burial will follow in Jones Cemetery.
Family and friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Friday at the mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Eaton EMT's, 105 West Indiana Ave., Eaton Indiana 47338.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.meeksmortuary.com.
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9
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The Meeks Mortuary & Crematory - Washington Street Chapel415 E Washington Street, Muncie, IN 47305
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