Ruth Eileen Mitchell

1924 - 2017

Ruth Eileen Mitchell obituary, 1924-2017, Cape Coral, FL

BORN

1924

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Coral Ridge Funeral Home

950 Chiquita Blvd. S

Cape Coral, Florida

Ruth Mitchell Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2017.

Ruth Eileen Mitchell of Cape Coral died peacefully on August 9, 2017.

She is survived by daughters, Judi Mitchell-Smith, Nita Spatola (Tom), William Mitchell (Cher), Jeffrey Mitchell (Debi), 7 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by two loving husbands, George William Oliver (KIA WWII), Charles Robert Mitchell (died 1996).

Among the places Ruth lived were Columbus, Ohio, St. Petersburg, Port Charlotte, Cape Coral, Florida. Ruth was a kindergarten teacher and college registrar. She was a member of Zonta International, Beta Sigma Phi sorority, Red Hat group, and Christ Lutheran Church.

Spending time with family and friends was important to her. Ruth enjoyed being the matriarch of her family.

The service to celebrate Ruth's life will be held at Coral Ridge Funeral Home and Cemetery, 1630 SW Pine Island Rd. Cape Coral, on Monday, October 2, 2017 at 11:00 AM with luncheon to follow.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hope Hospice, 1-800-835-1673 or Christ Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 1452576 Cape Coral, Fl. 33904


Arrangements under the direction of Coral Ridge Funeral Home & Cemetery, Cape Coral, FL.

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October 2, 2017

Darla Cutlip (Elkins)

I am so sorry for your loss. Ruth was a very special person. She will forever be a part of my life and in my heart. She was more than just my boss at USF, she was also a friend and mentor. She made work fun. She was so full of life and laughter. I was touched that you shared a picture of the four of us; Ruth, Carol, Laura and me. I wish I could have been there to pay my respects.

September 29, 2017

To All My FL Cousins
I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed so much. I Loved Aunt Ruthie
so very much!

Your OH Cousin
Debbie Grimes Shuler

September 17, 2017

Alex M. "Arch" Archibald, Jr.

Judi, Nita, Bill, and Jeff,

I have so many fond memories of your Mother as I have great memories of all of you. Your Mother and Dad were so great to me way back when Judi and I attended high school together. I remember how close you all were as a family and it was always great to visit at your home. I really enjoyed viewing all the the photos of your Mom and family members, especially the photos of her trips throughout the world. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief. May your memories of your Mom bring you much comfort.

September 13, 2017

David Yerke

Ginger and I were deeply saddened to learn of Ruth's passing. I will always have fond memories of Ruth...though she was a cousin, she was really more of an Aunt to me. She was a great Mom, Wife and Best Friend to many who knew her. Her smile was always admired and the joy she expressed in everything she did in life was contagious. She was always an inspiration to me, especially when I was growing up around you guys and again during the time I went to Admiral Farragut. She lived a full and blessed life here on earth and now she joins Charlie and her parents and my Mom and Dad and other family in heaven. We will miss her laugh and her enthusiasm...and the way she cared so deeply for her family. With much love and prayers, Dave and Ginger.

August 29, 2017

Kathy Mayo

Dear Judi, I never knew your mom but the pictures show a woman full of life and fun. If she was like you, she must have been great. Hold on to those memories.

Kathy Mayo

August 27, 2017

Ann Bradley

Ruth was one of those wonderful people you remember fondly. She was kind and genuine. I am honored to have known Ruth.

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