Ruthie Virginia Evens, born July 11, 1930, passed away peacefully on November 9 2025, at the age of 95. A beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Ruthie lived a long and meaningful life marked by compassion, strength, and an enduring love for the outdoors.

Growing up in a small rural community, Ruthie discovered her passion for horses at an early age. Horseback riding became one of the greatest joys of her life. Whether she was tending to the animals, teaching younger riders, or simply taking long, peaceful rides across open fields, Ruthie found freedom and comfort in the quiet companionship of her horses. Her love for them remained constant throughout her years, reflecting her gentle spirit and the patience she offered so easily to others.

Ruthie was known for her warm heart, her steady presence, and her soft-spoken wisdom. She had a gift for making people feel welcome, and her home was always a place of comfort, laughter, and good stories. She carried herself with grace and resilience, touching the lives of many who were fortunate enough to know her.

She will be remembered fondly for her kindness, her love of nature, and the strength she showed in every chapter of her long life. Her legacy lives on in the memories shared by family and friends, and in the quiet beauty of the moments she cherished most.

Ruthie’s family takes comfort in knowing she is now at peace, reunited with loved ones who passed before her. Though she will be deeply missed, her spirit and her love continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

May she rest in eternal peace.