Brown, Ruth L., 97, homemaker, passed away April 4, 2013 at Medicalodge Nursing Home of Holton, KS. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Lela Chatham; 2 husbands; 4 brothers and 3 sisters. She is survived by her sisters, Maye Erwin of Satellite Beach, FL, Neva (Delbert) Buchanan of Copan, OK; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service is 1:00 pm Tuesday, April 9 at Resthaven Mortuary with visitation 1 hour prior to service. Memorials may be sent to Jackson County Hospice in care of Holton Hospital, Holton, KS 66436 or Medicalodge Nursing Home of Holton, KS.