Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Chester D. Cooley.
Surviving are her daughter, Hazel Hayward; grandson, Matthew Simons; great granddaughter, Robin Simons; sister, Edith Harry Allen; sister-in-law, Margaret Dallas Winter; and her aunt, Audry Merryman.
According to her wishes cremation has taken place.
Her family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookfuneralservics.com.
Funeral Home Service Cook Funeral & Cremation Services - Grandville Chapel 4235 Prairie St. SW Grandville, MI (616) 534-7619