Ruth I. Alexander

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Ruth I. Alexander, 91, Marion, died at 12:05 p.m. on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, at Bickford of Crawfordsville – Assisted Living. She was born in Marion, IN, to the late Thomas and Orpha (Keys) Shafer. She married Basil L. Alexander on March 11, 1942, and he preceded her in death on December 24, 2001.

Ruth was a homemaker, and she enjoyed crocheting and bowling. She was active in the American Legion Post 95, as well as the VFW in South Marion.

Survivors include her sons, Robert (Lee) Alexander, Marion, and Michael J. (Marietta) Alexander, Muncie; grandchildren, Joseph, Lora, Karen, Simile, and Austin; 11 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and loving husband, Ruth was preceded in death by 3 brothers, 2 sisters, and 1 great-grandson.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2016, at Gardens of Memory, Marion.

Arrangements are being handled by Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.

Memorials may be made to March of Dimes at www.marchofdimes.org.

Online condolences may be made at www.nswcares.com.

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