Ruth Ann Brown

Ruth “Ruthie” Ann Brown was received into the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, April 3, 2026.

Ruthie was born in Cambridge, OH in 1945. She was the beloved only child of the late James Arthur and Freda Mae Bell.

Ruthie had a lengthy career as a highly valued clerical specialist for the Ohio Secretary of State’s office. Outside of work, Ruthie loved reading, working word searches, and spending time with family and friends. In their younger years, she and her husband Carl enjoyed traveling to Amish country and going on various mission trips. Most of all, Ruthie loved Jesus.

Ruthie lived a life of Christian service and devotion. She never had an unkind word to speak of anyone. She loved everyone she met and would make sure to tell you every chance she had. If you were blessed to know Ruthie, she would ask you if you were a Christian, praise Jesus if you were, and pray for salvation if you were not. We know Ruthie is joined by a great many loved ones in heaven, dancing at the feet of our Lord.

Ruthie was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her devoted husband of 52 years, Carl Brown, Jr, step-children, Jacqueline (Richard) Babcock and James Brown, five grandchildren, and six great grandchildren, along with innumerable friends, many of whom she met at Calvary Bible Baptist Church (now CrossPointe Church in Westerville, OH).

A celebration of life will take place:
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30 am
Lancaster Church of Christ
1779 Granville Pike
Lancaster, OH 43130
All are invited to stay and share fond memories of Ruthie at a luncheon immediately following the service.

In honor of Ruthie’s devotion to furthering the work of the church in growing the Kingdom of God, loved ones are encouraged to make donations to their local church.