Ruth was born April 07, 1951 to Douglas E. Winnie Sr. and Josephine C. Fishburn in Belton Texas. Ruth went home to be with her Lord on August 16, 2018 in Lansing, Michigan. She was raised and schooled in Michigan. Ruth was a lifelong resident of Lansing, Michigan. She was formerly employed at Brody Hall Cafeteria in East Lansing. Ruth married the love of her life, John S. West on June 4, 1976 in Lansing.
Ruth leaves behind three daughters, Tina Marie Judway, Loretta Lynn Judway, Kelly Sue (Christine Lofton); two granddaughters and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her husband John and siblings, Douglas Winnie Jr., Sharon Beardslee, Debbie Swanson, Bobbie Winnie and twins Dean and Gene.
Ruth dedicated her life to serving her Lord by giving to others. She was a committed prayer warrior and often told others: "I love you and Jesus loves you too." Ruth was baptized at Walker Memorial Bible Church on March 16, 1980 and was also very much a part of the family at Lansing First Church of the Nazarene.
The Celebration of Ruth's life will be held 10:00 am Saturday, August 25, 2018 at Lansing First Church of the Nazarene with Rev. Ray Duck Officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the Church.
The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com.
