Ruth Ford

Ruth Ford

September 08, 1950 - March 29, 2024

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Ruth Ann Ford (née Suddeth), 73, formally of Indianapolis, IN, passed away March 29, 2024, at Community Hospital South, Indianapolis, IN. Ruth was born on September 8, 1950, to H.S. and Geraldine Suddeth (née Kremiller). She graduated from Northwest High School and received her cosmetologist diploma from House of James Beauty School. She spent many years working at Wishard Hospital and was also very successful in telemarketing. 

Ruth was a source of strength and comfort for her parents, lovingly serving as their primary caregiver in the latter stages of their lives. At Greenwood Meadows Nursing Home, Greenwood, IN, Ruth was an active resident and friend. She was known by the residents and staff to be both full of life and a giver of life to the world around her. She enjoyed playing bingo, cards and participating in crafts, but found her greatest joy attending Bible study and hanging out with her beloved roommate Brenda. 

Ruth never met a stranger and was a radiant beam of light to all she encountered. She was not only very proud of her family, but loved to brag about their many accomplishments. She enjoyed a delicious meal, a catchy song and, when able, a good dance. She was certainly the life of the party. Ruth took on the adversities of life and her failing health with the heart of a fighter and the spirit of a survivor. She was truly one of a kind. 

Ruth is survived by her daughter, Diane Grove, her son Martin Lewis, her sister, Helen Conolty, her brother, Jerry Suddeth, and their spouses. She also leaves behind grandchildren, Samantha, Zoe, Nazar, Elisha and Zaryina; great-grandsons, Ivan, Daniel, Messiah and Ehrmais; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends, including the residents and staff of Greenwood Meadows.   

Ruth was preceded in death by her beloved son, Bertram Bernard Lewis, Jr., as well as her parents, H.S. and Geraldine Suddeth (née Kremiller), her sister, Mary Tubbs, and her nephew Tom Tubbs, Jr. 

A brilliant light can never be extinguished. Our Ruthie was loved by all who knew her, and she will live forever in our hearts.

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Diane Grove
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To an amazing woman who showed and shared love and kindness to everyone she met. You will be missed!! Thank you for teaching me what it meant to not only be with people, be to genuinely see them. I love you and always will. Your daughter
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Diane Grove
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Lit a candle in memory of Ruth Ann Ford
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MARTIN LEWIS
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What can a person bound still to this life express to someone who is free? At the most pivotal moments in life some people show their best quality. Neve to stop fighting when all looks bleak. Never give in to what seems impossible to overcome. A lifetime of being human. Making mistakes and overcoming them, making choices that many may never understand. Nevertheless living free. Thank you Mom for showing my greatest fears last only a moment and my greatest victories by the same measure. I see your life as an example to hold on to what is dear in your heart to the point of fearing death to lose your deepest compassions in your children and your memories. Rest peacefully and may the Lord give you that peace.
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Sam Grove
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I love you grama! I’m so sad we couldn’t have one last partners in crime adventure but I know you and Ms. Brenda are getting into plenty of shenanigans together up there, and I love that for you! Remember our arrangement! Send em when you see fit! Your Doll Baby, Sammy
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Heather
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Ruth was such a sweetheart. So many memories over the years beginning at Brylane to her being a roommate and part of our family. My girls and I loved your laughter and your sweet smile! So sorry we lost touch over the years. Now you are walking the streets of gold Ruthie! Continue watching over all of us!
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Helen
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What a blessing and gift you were to me all of those years ago when Mom and Dad brought you home from the hospital! I have great memories of loving you and caring for you way back then. How I loved being your big sister. In recent years I enjoyed talking with you by phone and exchanging birthday wishes. I have always prayed for you and for your children over the many years. We love you, will miss you, and thank God for your life. Love, your sister, Helen (and Bob)

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