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Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Ruth Wilkinson
City: Washington
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Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Ruth Wilkinson
RUTH ELLEN WILKINSON
Washington
Ruth Ellen Wilkinson was born in Washington, Iowa, on Oct. 21, 1942, and passed away on Sept. 15, 2020.
She was predeceased by her parents, Margeret and Omer Wagner.
Mrs. Wilkinson is survived by her husband, Roy Wilkinson of Dunwoody, Ga.; her children, Cassandra Kiesey, Teresa Kiesey and David Kiesey; and her stepsons, David (Jan) Wilkinson and Brent (Kim) Wilkinson. She also is survived by stepgrandchildren; her, brother Ronald Wagner; and sister, Margorie Goff.
Mrs. Wilkinson attended the University of Northern Iowa. She enjoyed playing tennis, reading, baking, gardening, and traveling to the beach.
The family would like to thank the caregivers at Ivy Hall Assisted Living for the kind care over the past few months.
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 5963 Boymel Dr., Fairfield, OH 45014, or Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 1548 Mount Vernon Rd., Dunwoody GA 30338.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

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