Ruth E. Briggs's obituary , Passed away on August 10, 2026 in Fairfield, Iowa

Ruth E. Briggs

March 26, 1938 - August 10, 2026 (88 years old)

Fairfield, Iowa

Ruth E. Briggs's obituary , Passed away on August 10, 2026 in Fairfield, Iowa

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Behner Funeral Home & Crematory

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Ruth E. Briggs

March 26, 1938 - August 10, 2026 (88 years old)

Fairfield, Iowa

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Ruth E. Briggs Obituary

Ruth E. Briggs, born on March 26, 1938, passed away on August 10, 2026. Ruth leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Earl Darrah and Sarah Agnes "Sadie" Davidson (Richmond). She is survived by: her sons, Richard Arlington "Rick" Jr. and Gregory Lynn; her grandchildren, Catelyn, Jennifer, Madelaine, Melaynne, Richard Arlington, III, Connor and Jeremy LeClair; her great grandchildren, Jameson and Noahand; her niece Wendy Lee Darrah; her husband Richard Arlington "Dick" Briggs; her son Jeffrey Duncan; and her siblings, Mary Bonnor, Frances Sutton, Frank Earl Darrah, Jr. and Dale Albert Darrah.

However, in the spirit of Ruthie's giving—supporting education for Youth and comfort for needy persons; donations can be directed to the Scholarships | WACVA-AWU or https://www.facebook.com.

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Behner Funeral Home & Crematory



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203 S Main St, Fairfield, IA 52556

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