Ruth Holman Obituary
The world bids farewell to Ruth Holman (Idabel, Oklahoma), departing on April 29, 2026 at the age of 100. Ruth leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Holman to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Don Spickard and Martha Spickard; her husband George L. Holman; and her son Douglas Holman. She is survived by: her daughter Melissa Swales (Shane); her grandchildren, Joan, George D. Holman, Leah, Chad Brumbaugh, Angela and Shannon Quinn; and her great grandchildren, Ava Brumbaugh, Emma Brumbaugh, Carson Seabolt, Liam Quinn, Cillian Quinn, Matthew Holman, Renee Holman and Victoria Newiger.
Having lived through the pivotal moments of modern history—from the tragedy of Pearl Harbor and the anxieties of World War II to the dawn of the internet and a global pandemic—Ruth became the family's North Star.
The family suggests that those wishing to honor Ruth's memory consider a contribution to Porta Caeli House, an organization dedicated to dignity and compassionate care. • Online: cceok.org/porta-caeli-house, By Mail: Porta Caeli House, c/o Catholic Charities, P.O. Box 580460, Tulsa, OK 74158-0460.
