Ruth, age 81, of Lovilia died February 16, 2017 at her home.
Ruth was born on December 13, 1935 to William Bill” and Jessie (Bettis) De Tar in Albia, Iowa. She was educated in Albia and graduated with the high school class of 1953. Wiley Hutchinson and Ruth were united in marriage on October 30, 1954 and shared 62 years of marriage. They were blessed with two children, David and Debra.
Ruth was a homemaker her entire life and enjoyed cooking, sewing, and working in her flower garden. She and Wiley traveled over several states where they planned, arranging, and hosting square dance events for over 30 years.
She is survived by her husband; son, David (Melinda) Hutchinson of Lovilia; and daughter, Debra (Cory) House of Ottumwa. Also, nine grandchildren: Dustin (Karrie) Hutchinson, Ken Hutchinson, Jess (Alana) Hutchinson, Austin Hutchinson(Sarah Kahler), Tyler Crall (Jessica Brady), Josie (Brock) Davis, Cody House, Kaylee House, and Makenna House. She also leaves 6 great grandchildren and a brother, Vernon (Becky) DeTar.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. , Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, with Pastor Roger Henry officiating. Burial will follow the services at Woodlawn Cemetery in Lovilia, Iowa.
Visitation will be held from 3-8 p.m. Monday, February 20, 2017 with the family present from 5-8 p.m. at Tharp’s.
May she rest in peace.
Monroe County Democrat Scholarship Fundraiser
Democrats had a spaghetti supper and dessert auction Sunday, Feb. 19th at the Albia Christian Church fellowship hall. Attending from Lovilia were Meg Kasper and Susan Beary. Martha Viner, former postmaster in Lovilia, was elected to the chairmanship of the Democratic central committee. Around $1000 was raised for scholarships for graduates from Albia and Eddyville. Guests came from Ottumwa, Knoxville, Centerville, and Des Moines. Three potential governor candidates spoke as well as the Democratic leader of the Iowa house.
New Buxton Book
My brother presented me with a copy autographed by the author and I have enjoyed looking through it. The book is mostly pictures and quotes from former residents. I was tickled to find quotes from Lovilia residents who you will remember. Some quotes were from Nellie King, Sister Maureen Sofranko, Earl Smith, and Charles Lenger.
Jim Keegel, who currently owns the Buxton land site, is quoted and his photo is in the book too.
The book is called “Lost Buxton” by Rachelle Chase and is available at the Book Vault store on the west side of the square in Oskaloosa. It is a fun trip to the past to thumb through its pages. It is a 2017 publication.