Ruth A. Mathis
November 28, 2009
Funeral services for Ruth Alzina Mathis, 96, who passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2009, will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway in West Des Moines at 11:00 am. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 30, 2009, from 6 to 8 pm at the funeral home.
Ruth was born September 8, 1913, to Frank and Carrie Williamson on a farm near Bondurant. She was united in marriage to Taylor Mathis in 1933. Together they farmed in the Bondurant area for over 50 years. Ruth’s greatest gift was the unconditional love she shared with family and friends. Ruth and Taylor were married for 68 years until his death in 2001.
She is survived by her son, John (Mary) of West Des Moines; six grandchildren, Laura (Clint) Bailey of Mitchellville, Jill (Brian) Lathrum of Kansas City, Beth Hick of Bondurant, Brian (Lori) Mathis of West Des Moines, Brad Mathis of Minneapolis, and Addison Drake of Ames; nine great-grandchildren, Carrie Boyer, Marc Bailey, Anna and Alaina Lathrum, Tristan and Briley Hick, Taylor, Jacob, and Jackson Mathis; two great-great-grandchildren, Landon Boyer and Micah Bailey.
Ruth was preceded in death by her brothers, Glen, Henry, and Paul Williamson; sister, Doris Norton; husband, Taylor; son, Robert; and infant daughter, Joan.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Ben Collins and nurse Elaine for their home visits. Their service allowed Ruth to remain at home for her last years. Numerous home health aides and Iowa Health Hospice also provided Ruth with exceptional care and support.
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Mark and Kim Leonard
12/01/2009
Beth, you and your family are in our prayers. May the memories you have, bring you peace and comfort.
Pat and Shelby Kaura, Amy Schmitt
11/30/2009
When Ruth and Taylor lived on NW 1st Street in Bondurant, the neighborhood children used to visit with them. Shelby and Amy were two of those kids. Ruth always had treats for them and she listened to their stories with endless patience. They were good neighbors and kind people. We spent time today remembering how both Ruth and Taylor touched our lives.
To their family members -- you and they are in our prayers today.
Dorothy Mathis
11/29/2009
Ruth was so kind to my father, especially in the final years of his life. I am very grateful for that.