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Ruth Anne Welle passed away peacefully Dec. 21, 2024.
Born in The Dalles, Oregon, in 1947 to Dude and Dora Bailey, Ruth is survived by her son Ray of Castle Rock, Colorado; siblings Jim and Sharon Bailey of The Dalles, Carol and David Yakish of The Dalles, Mike and Joey Bailey of Albany, Oregon, and Bob and Laurie Bailey of Bend, Oregon; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins. She also leaves behind her treasured dog, Ruby, her constant companion for many years.
Graduating from the Dalles High School in 1965, Ruth went on to receive her RN degree from Emanuel School of Nursing in Portland, Oregon, and later a BSN degree in Colorado. Ruth went on to work in New York and Denver, Colorado, with a nursing career lasting 34 yrs.
Ruth met and married her husband, Bill, in Colorado in 1983. Son Ray was born in 1985. They enjoyed many years of camping, hunting and fishing with their good friends Joanie and Barry Eylar of Colorado, who introduced Ruth and Bill to each other. Ruth was a skilled quilter and spent many hours with her quilting buddies.
Ruth moved back to The Dalles in 2021 and resided at The Springs Assisted Living at the time of her passing. She will be missed by many friends, both in The Dalles and Colorado. At her request, no service will be held. Family will place her remains in the Pacific Ocean on the Oregon coast, a favorite destination of Ruth’s. Remembrance donations can be made to Columbia Gorge Humane Society, to honor Ruth and Ruby.
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