Mary Ruth Ann Keaton's Obituary
Ruth Ann Keaton, 74-years-old, died on October 24, 2013, at her daughter’s home in Muskogee, OK. Her unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters carried her through seven years of Alzheimer’s disease. Ruth was born on February 13, 1939 in Copan, OK, to John and Ona Searle. A middle child of six brothers and sisters: Jean Lawrence, Brenda Jetton, Martha Searle, Don Searle, Bill Searle, and John Searle. Known for her passion in spreading the good news about Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior, her steadfast and final prayer was for all of her family to come to know the freedom she has in Jesus. Married for 50 years, Ruth and her husband, Charles Keaton raised their four children, Steve Keaton, Randy Keaton, Cindy Hardesty and Becky Jones in Bartlesville, OK. Possessing a true servant’s heart, Ruth faithfully cared for family and enjoyed all of her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. A special thank you is given to Good Neighbor Hospice in Muskogee, OK, for their dedication and personalized care. Truly God sent angels to help us through the last two months. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Good Neighbor Hospice, 1122 N. Main, Muskogee, Ok 74401 Memorial Service will be 2:00 pm, Saturday, November 9, 2013, Lynn Baptist Church, Pauhuska, Ok.
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