Ruth L. Yates, age 94 of Clinton Township, passed away Wednesday morning at Harbor Chase Assisted Living, Sterling Heights.
She was born October 28, 1922 to George and Effie (Cletcher) Bridewell in Brownfield, Illinois. On May 15, 1943 Ruth was united in marriage with Kenneth R. Yates in St. Louis Missouri.
Mrs. Yates was a member of Central Baptist Church, and was employed at the Mount Clemens Pottery for 35 years. She was a great cook, enjoyed quilting, gardening, and was very active in church functions.
Surviving are her children, Michael (Rose) Yates, Janet (John) Meredith, Melinda Kay Johnson; grandchildren, David, James, Steven, Gary, Kenneth, Tammy and Timothy; 16 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth, and siblings, Hazel Bunch, Betty Bridewell and William Bridewell.
Visiting hours are from 10:00 a.m. until the funeral service time of 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot, Mount Clemens. Reverend Kevin McCarthy will officiate the service. Burial will follow at Cadillac Memorial Gardens East, Clinton Township.
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