Ruth Lorraine Karnes, 95, of Kokomo, passed away November 5, 2025 at residence. She was born on April 30, 1930 to the late Maurice and Caroline (Kolms) Thomas in Kokomo. Ruth married Robert William Karnes in 1948 and he preceded her in death on July 19, 1999.
Ruth worked for Haynes Stellite from 1952 until her retirement in 1987. She also served as President of the PTA at Jefferson Elementary. Ruth enjoyed sewing, knitting, and quilting. She was a member of the Quarter Century Club and an honorary member of UAW Hobby Club, where she won ribbons for her homemade quilts. Ruth also loved going to the lake, fishing on South Mud Lake.
Preceded in death is her loving husband of 51 years, Robert; son, Danny Karnes; sister, Vivian Watson; brother, Gene Thomas; and her dog, Penny.
There will be a time of visitation for Ruth on Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM at Ellers Mortuary Webster Chapel, 3400 South Webster Street, Kokomo. Pastor Steve Sherwood will officiate. Burial will follow to Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery.
