Ruth Ann Wright's Obituary
Big Rapids - Ruth Ann Wright, 78, of Big Rapids, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at Altercare of Big Rapids.
She was born December 3, 1940, in Mt. Clemens, the daughter of Frederick and Ruth (Dunkelburg) Mitchell. In 1966, Ruth married Walter C. Wright, and they moved to the area 35 years ago. For many years, she worked in food service at various businesses in and about Big Rapids until retiring.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband in 1996. Surviving are 1 son, Walter J. "Butch" Wright, Sr. of Paris; 2 daughters, Cheryl (Ron) Dukavas of Hawkins, and Jennifer Hyma of Ohio; 7 grandchildren; her sister Alice Gilbert; and several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Ruth's life will be held at a later date.
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