Ruth Elizabeth Sible, 94, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed on Friday, April 12, 2019. She was born on February, 15, 1925 in Fort Wayne to the late Fred F. and Ruth Gladys (Howe) Nichols. She began employment at Wayne Feed at the age of 17 and retired after 50 years of service. She was a devoted member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and Choir for many years. She was well known for her beautiful voice. Ruth volunteered with hospice and was a very compassionate person helping family and others. Her favorite pass times were fishing and watching the Cubs and IU Basketball. She is survived by her daughter, Gloria (Frank) DeMayo; grandchildren Todd Meek, Kimberly Badders, Michael Meek, and Amy Ryan; seven great- grandchildren; five great- great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in passing by her husband of 38 years Albert W. Sible; son Michael ; sisters, Thelma, Edith, and Mary Louise; and brother, Dick. A funeral service will be held at 1pm on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at the C.M. Sloans and sons Funeral home at 1327 N. Wells Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46808 with visitation three hours prior. Burial to follow at Eel River Cemetery.
Contributions in Ruth's memory may be made to Riley Children's Hospital; and Allen County SPCA.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.sloanandsonsfuneralhome.com for the Sible family.
