RUTH LEWIS

She was born June 4, 1936, in Findlay, Ohio, a daughter of the late Samuel E. Pickens and Elsie Long Pickens.

Ruth was a retired teacher from Martins Ferry Schools and was a substitute teacher at Hilltop, Mt. Pleasant and Steeple Valley Schools. Ruth had a strong faith in God and was an active member of the Harrisville Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the Mt. Pleasant Garden Club. Ruth loved her family dearly, enjoyed her flowers, watching birds and butterflies.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the love of her life, Walter E. Lewis on June 20th; and brother, Paul Pickens.

Ruth is survived by her two children, John W. (Mary) Lewis, and Lona Jean Lewis- Sorge (Stanley Oleska); four grandchildren, Luke Sorge, Rachel Sorge, John W. (Danelle) Lewis Jr., and Amanda; a great grandchild is expected in August; and special friends, Peg and George Ferda.

Visitation and Service for Ruth and Walter were held June 25th and 26th at the Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville, with Pastor Joe Ellis officiating. The burial was in Holly Memorial Gardens.