Joan Rae Ruth Obituary
The memory of Joan Rae Ruth of Ash Grove, Missouri, who passed away on May 3, 2025 at the age of 86, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Joan Rae may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Joan Rae touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ray McCulloh and Imogene McCulloh (Dunn); and her brother-in-law Cordell Bixler. She is survived by: her sons, Michael Arthur and Jeff Ruth (Charlyce); her granddaughter Jade Cloud (Josiah); her great grandchildren, Matthew and Jerimiah Burgess; and her sister Jolene Bixler. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and close friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the funeral home to help offset costs. 201 S. Daniel Ave. Ash Grove, MO 65604.
