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Ruth Marie Thompson

Ruth Marie Thompson, 89, of Rawson, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, at her daughter's residence in West Salem, Ohio. She was born to the late Sylvester and Florence (Leatherman) Dangler. On July 3, 1953, she married Melvin Marquart, and he passed away. She later married Alfred Thompson on December 13, 1966, and he also preceded her in death.

Ruth was a homemaker most of her life. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ruth loved taking care of the flowers in her yard and will be missed by many.

Survivors include two daughters, Sharon (Patrick) Reis of Rawson and Julie Nale of West Salem; three great-grandchildren, Dakota Hoert of West Salem, Cheyenne Hoert of Sandusky, Savannah (Gus) Boyd of Orrville; four great-great-grandchildren, Kylie Hoert, Preston Hoert, Anastasia Hoert and Aria Boyd; a sister, Linda Whitehouse; and a brother Dan (Evelyn) Dangler.

Ruth was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Amber Bejeck; twin siblings, Betty Lou and Bobby; three sisters, Cathy Lause, Colleen Marquart, and Lola Leiber; and a brother, Ivan Dangler.

Graveside service will begin at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Tawa Cemetery, Rawson. Chaplain David Matos officiating.

Memorial contribu-tions may be made to Gentiva Hospice.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.

Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton, is honored to be providing services to Ruth's family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Courier on May 30, 2025.

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