Ruth M. McElwee's obituary , Passed away on March 15, 2026 in Zanesville, Ohio

Ruth M. McElwee

September 6, 1926 - March 15, 2026 (99 years old)

Zanesville, Ohio

Ruth M. McElwee's obituary , Passed away on March 15, 2026 in Zanesville, Ohio

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Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home & Crematory

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Ruth M. McElwee

September 6, 1926 - March 15, 2026 (99 years old)

Zanesville, Ohio

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Ruth M. McElwee Obituary

The world bids farewell to Ruth M. McElwee (Zanesville, Ohio), departing on March 15, 2026 at the age of 99. Ruth leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth M. McElwee to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, William Hawkins and Audrey Hawkins (Blackburn); her husband V. Wayne McElwee; and her sisters, Helen Warner and Bernadine Watson.

She is survived by: her children, Patricia Auxier (Jim), Linda Dawson (Jerry) and Jeff McElwee (Beth); her grandchildren, Cindi, Lauri, Todd, Julie, Aaron and Shannan; and her sister Marjorie Carpenter. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grand children and great-great-grandchildren.

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Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home & Crematory



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Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home and Crematory
1271 Blue Ave, Zanesville, OH 43701

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Mar 20

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Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home
1271 Blue Ave, Zanesville, OH 43701

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