Clark County, Ohio

Garnet "Ruth" Burkitt

Garnet "Ruth" Burkitt, 88 of Springfield, departed this life Thursday July 26, 2007.

She was born April 28, 1919 in Pike Co., OH to the late Thomas L. and Susie V. (Holton) Massie. She was an avid mushroom hunter and her greatest love was her family.

Ruth is survived by son, Robert (Charlene) Burkitt; daughter-in-law, Geraldine Burkitt (wife of the late James "Buck" Burkitt); brother, Charlie (Bonnie) Massie; ten grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, James "Ed" Burkitt; sons, James "Buck" and Ray Burkitt; grandchildren, Tommy and Bobby Burkitt; numerous brothers and sisters.

Visitation will be held 6-8pm Sunday July 29, 2007 in the JACKSON LYTLE WILLIAMS Funeral Home, where service will be held 11am Monday July 30, 2007 with Pastor James Britton officiating. Interment to follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Mercy Hospice, 1343 N. Fountain Blvd., Springfield, OH 45504.

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