Ruth Elaine Wardell, 86 years of age passed away, Monday, January 22, 2018 at Lincoln Hill Health Campus in New Albany, Indiana. She was born January 23, 1931 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Frank and Emily (McBride) Ware. Along with her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Richard "Dick" Wardell.
Survivors include her sons Robert F. Wardell, Michael R. Wardell (Colleen); two grandchildren, Derek and Amy; six great grandchildren Mikenlee, Jette, Sawyer, Sophia, Zoey and Emma.
A Graveside service will be 12:00 pm Tuesday at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park, 2776 Charlestown Road, New Albany, Indiana 47150.
