RUTH CAROLINE HARTMAN DAY WILSON, age 96, of Highland Hts., OH, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2013 at the A.M. McGregor Home. She was born on July 6, 1917 in Ravenna, Ohio, daughter of the late Harry D. and Lorean (Harre) Hartman. She was preceded in death by her husbands George C. Day and Dale F. Wilson, son Richard C. Day, infant sister Etta Hartman, brothers Floyd and Harry Hartman, sisters Gertrude Rickerd and Gladys Langmead, and several loving sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. Ruth is survived by her sons Harry R. Day (Maribeth), Springfield, VA and Jeffrey H. Day (Catherine), Highland Hts., OH, daughter Carol D. Shaw (Glen), Jamestown, OH, daughter-in-law M. Jill Day of Clayton, CA and step-daughters Patricia Clark (Russ), Massillon, OH and Kathleen W. Huttlinger (Frank), Las Cruces, NM, twelve grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Ruth graduated from John Adams High School in Cleveland, OH. She was a loyal employee of Standard Oil (BP) and a member of the Quarter Century Club. Ruth received a Special Mission Award from the E-E United Methodist Women; was a 64 year member of the Windermere Chapter No. 388 Order of the Eastern Star; and an active member of her local AARP Chapter. She was always quick with a smile and loved to travel. Ruth will be remembered for teaching the importance of family life and will be missed by those who knew her well.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ruth’s memory to The University Circle United Methodist Church (formerly Epworth-Euclid UMC), 1919 E. 107th St., Cleveland, OH, 44106.
Private Burial in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorial Service Saturday, August 10 at 2:00 PM at University Circle United Methodist Church.
The family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Ruth at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD. (just east of Green Rd.) FRIDAY FROM 4-8 PM with an O.E.S. service at 7:30 PM.
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William Anderson
My sincere condolence over the passing of this gentle but inwardly strong, lovely lady.
If there is a person who went directly into Jesus’s presence on passing from this life, it was Ruth.
Jan Kimball
It was my privilege to work with Ruth on many occasions at church. She had a ready laugh and an encouraging word. Well done, good and faithful servant of the Lord. Ruth’s legacy lives on in the hearts and minds of her wonderful family and friends. Prayers and love for all those who mourn.
Chuck & Judy Snyder
Our deepest sympathy to you Jeff and Cathy and family. Your mom was a very loving and wonderful person and she will be dearly missed. She has left behind many wonderful memories and family members that can keep her memories alive. Keep her memories close and she won’t really be so far away.
Chuck & Judy Snyder
Cheryl & Fred Whitican
Hi Carol Glen –
Our condolences, love and prayers to you and your family at this time. Although I never had the honor of meeting Ruth, the stories you shared about your mom brought to mind a strong woman – and certainly her “apples did not fall far from her tree”! My visual image of her was confirmed when I saw her photo in the obituary. I’ve taken the liberty of creating an online memorial page for her in Find A Grave – you can see it here: http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=114806248. Again, our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mom.
Gina and Randy Zur
we are very sorry to hear about your mom. she had a good life being friends with Marion. You have our sympathies. love g & r.
Carol and Bob Barbel
We were both so very sorry to hear about your mom passing. So many good memories I have of her but her smile and the way her eyes would light up when talking is something I will remember always. Our prayers will be with you all.