Ruth Ann Ward's Obituary
Ruth Ann Ward, age 77 of Alachua, Florida passed away Wednesday, October 3, 2018. She was born July 30, 1941 in Schenectady, New York to George and Fern Cramer.
She was the owner and operator of Ruth’s Cleaning Service. Ruth was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Barry John Ward; children, Martin Petote (Stacy), Fern Petote, Lisa Marston and step-son Tony Petote; nieces, Chelsea, Ashley and Michele; nephews, Tyler, Ian and Ronnie; brothers-in-law, Mark Ward (Jackie) and Nick Ward (Sue); seven grandchildren, Jacqueline, Stephanie, Ronnie, Anthony M. Anthony N. Kaitlyn and Mauricio; eight great grandchildren, Christian, Dyzel, Brookelynn, Aniela, Samiya, Anthony, Jr., Kingston and Jerzi.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Norma Van Deventer.
A memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of WILLIAMS-THOMAS FUNERAL HOME WESTAREA, 823 NW 143rd Street.
What’s your fondest memory of Ruth?
What’s a lesson you learned from Ruth?
Share a story where Ruth's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Ruth you’ll never forget.
How did Ruth make you smile?