Ruth Ann Shobe's Obituary
Ruth Ann Shobe, age 81, of Terre Haute, IN formerly of Casey, IL passed away at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care in Terre Haute, IN. She was born August 2, 1942 in Louisville, KY, the daughter of Harry Estle McAninch and Lois Jean (Brown) McAninch. On August 27, 1971 she married Max Leon Shobe in Paris, IL. They shared 51 years of marriage before he passed away on March 5, 2023.
Survivors include her son, Matthew Leon Shobe and his wife Katherine of VA; daughter, Ellen Elizabeth Taylor and her husband Dan of Rock Hill, SC; grandchildren, Max Taylor and Eli Taylor. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and sister, Nancy Joan Seolea.
Ruth Ann was a 1961 graduate of Wiley High School in Terre Haute, IN. She retired from the Social Security Administration in Terre Haute, IN and Effingham, IL after a 27 year career. Ruth Ann was a faithful member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Casey, IL.
Ruth Ann enjoyed walks in nature, photography, feeding and watching hummingbirds, and collecting southwestern jewelry. She was also excellent at knitting and crocheting and was a talented artist using oils and water colors. Ruth Ann and Max also enjoyed traveling in their RV and camping.
At her request cremation rites were accorded. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. CST on Monday, July 8, 2024 at Markwell Funeral Home with Father Augustine Koomson officiating. Visitation will be held from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. CST prior to the service on Monday at the funeral home. Private inurnment will be in the Casey Cumberland Cemetery, Casey, IL.
To view the full obituary, send a condolence message; light a candle, or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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