Ruth M. Azbell-Hightower Obituary
In loving memory of Ruth M. Azbell-Hightower of Lancaster, Ohio, who departed this world on May 1, 2025 at the age of 93. Ruth leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her son Michael Azbell; her parents, Albert Congrove and Evamae "Mimi" Stoughton Congrove; her niece Julianne Keller; and her in-laws, Ronald K. Paxton, Joseph, Grace Azbell and Peter J. Mecchi Sr..
She is survived by: her daughter-in-law Stephanie Azbell; her grandchildren, Mindi Balser (Chad), Nicholas Azbell (Kerri) and Rusty Azbell (Molly); her great grandchildren, Bailey Nelson, Avery Marie, Jude, Aimee, Brandyn, Caspian, Aiden Michael and Hope Elizabeth; her great great grandchildren, Rhett Nelson, Asher and Quill; her siblings, Irene Congrove Mecchi, Nita Paxton and Bill; her sister-in-law Leslie Congrove; and her husband Grover "Rusty" Nelson Azbell.
