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Ruth Averill Obituary
She was born in Akron to the late Eben and Isabell (Branks) and was a lifelong resident. She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in music from Kent State University and went on to teach piano, voice and organ for 60 years. She was also an active and devoted lifetime member of the South Arlington United Methodist Church.
Ruth worked at the former Evans Savings and Loan Bank and later retired from B.F. Goodrich. She enjoyed playing golf as well as rooting for her beloved Cleveland Cavaliers.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Peggy. She is survived by her son, Wade (Kim) Kerr; daughter, Kay (David) Steiner; grandchildren, Dawn, Isabel, Christopher and Matthew; great-grandchlidren, Lauren and Sofia; brother, Thomas (Betty), of Madison, Wis.; special friends, Gerry Siegfried and Jean and Henry Ivey; and many other loving relatives and friends.
The funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Eckard Baldwin Sanctuary Chapel, 760 E. Market St., with Rev. Nan Morgan officiating. Calling hours will be on Saturday for two hours prior to the funeral, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Private interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
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May 19, 2010
My condolences to the Kerr and Averill families. I did not know your Mother, but I did know her daughter and your sister Peggy (Kerr/Averill) during the early 1970's-1980's and was saddened to hear of her passing as well. I know how much Peg loved her/your Mother, and that at some point she chose to honor her by taking the last name of Averill as well. Would really love to meet anyone from the family that might be interested in viewing some of the Artwork that Peg allowed me to have when we were both students at the University of Akron. Again my condolences to you all, and apologies that I was unable to locate any family member other than through the Guest Book here. Sincerely, MarkMcHenry ([email protected])
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Denise Kraft (Hansen)
December 3, 2009
Although we haven't seen "Mrs. Dodridge" for years, my mom, sisters and I have fond memories of her coming to our house every Saturday for years to teach us piano lessons. I haven't played for some time, but recently tuned my piano in hopes of playing again. Now, for sure, I will get out my old songbooks and play a song (or two) in her memory. Our sincerest sympathy, The Hansen Family
Tim Finnerty
December 3, 2009
my deepest condolences to Wade and Kay,and the entire family.
I will remember the great sense of humor your mom always displayed,
she seemed to enjoy life to its fullest.
your so lucky to have been able to enjoy her all of these years
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