Ruth Elizabeth Ringer
Ruth Elizabeth Ringer, age 93, of Plymouth, Ind. passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 at Pilgrim Manor in Plymouth. Ruth worked for Wirecraft in Lakeville for six years and for Avon Cosmetics for 15 years. She was a beloved homemaker.
Ruth was born Feb. 26, 1924 in Lakeville, Ind. to John and Ethel (Judd) Miller, who preceded her in death. Ruth was married on May 17, 1942 in Lakeville to Arthur Ringer, who preceded Ruth in death on May 19, 2006.
Ruth is survived by her daughters Gloria L. (Michael) Maxwell of Plymouth and Barbara R. (Fred) Schafer of Mishawaka, Ind.; son Dwight A. (Marcia) Ringer of Plymouth; eight grandchildren; and 21 great grandchildren.
Ruth is also preceded in death by brother Raymond Miller, brother Carl Miller, and sister Mary Hall.
Ruth was a member of Walnut Church of the Brethren and previously a member of County Line Church for 45 years and Sunrise in Plymouth for 40 years where she always played the piano and organ. Ruth was an Eastern Star, and she loved making quilts, completing over 30 in her lifetime.
A funeral service for Ruth will be held on Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 at noon at Palmer Community Complex, 601 N. Main St., Lakeville, Ind. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Plymouth.
Memorial contributions in honor of Ruth may be given Walnut Church of the Brethren, 5975 19th Rd, Tippecanoe, IN 46570. Online condolences may be shared at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.