Ruth Finnern's Obituary
Ruth E. Finnern, 85, went to be with her Lord and heavenly family on October 15, 2010. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, Harold. Ruth and Harold came from Illinois to Memphis in 1947 where they lovingly raised four children, Dr. James Finnern, Dr. Mike Finnern (Susan), Jamie Ogilvie (Burt), and Patricia Malkin (Bruce). They had five grandchildren, Brooke Williams (Milton) Burt Ogilvie Jr., Laura Finnern, Kathryn Choate (Dr. Stephen), Michael T. Finnern Jr., and one great grandchild, Henry Williams. Ruth was the last in her family of “The Greatest Generation”, and her beautiful blue eyes and constant cheerful smile will be missed. Visitation will be at Memorial Park Sunday, October 17, from 11 am – 1 pm with services at 1 pm. Memorials may be sent to Immanuel Lutheran Church, Memphis.
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