Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and dear friend to many. Ruth lived an adventurous and meaningful life. Her journey began early, travelling across the country from Wisconsin to California and on to Oregon, where she met the love of her life, Russell A. Fox
Ruth was a force of nature, which she used to become a successful realtor for over 50 years, admired for her dedication and strength.
She grew up loving the water, both swimming and boating. She loved baseball and women's basketball, which she excelled at herself. She loved watching her son, grandson's and great grandson's play football and taking them to practice and games.
Ruth's heart was forever bound to her children. Her son Craig R. Fox, who preceded her in death; her two daughters, Maryly Fox-Smith and Lisa L. Fox, whom she raised with strength and love; 4 grandchildren, Jesse R. Fox, Ryan P. Fox, Casey R. Smith and Sara J. Smith; and her 5 great grandchildren, Jesse Jr., Logan P. Fox, Wyatt R. Fox, Quinn R. Fox and Adeline E. Harrell.