Ruth Virgini Erickson, passed away on December 6, 2019 at the age of 94. She was born May 27, 1925 at her parent’s farm near Stonington, Colorado to Charles and Osie Bixler. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Delbert; and her husband, Everett (Buddy) of 57 years. She is survived by her daughter, Marlynnn (James); grandsons, Greg, Kevin (Dana), and Kerry (Teri); three great grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. She was employed at Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. retiring after 30 years in 1983. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church until it closed. She then transferred to pleasant Valley United Methodist Church. She moved to Shell Knob Missouri in 2015 to be closer to family. Ruth was a people person and enjoyed her friends and family. Visitation from 5-7pm Thursday, Dec. 12th, at Resthaven Mortuary. Graveside service will be held at 1pm, Friday, Dec. 13th, r7at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.