Ruth Evelyn McCaherty Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Ruth Evelyn McCaherty of Carlinville, Illinois, born in Palmyra, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Ruth Evelyn left this world on May 25, 2024 at the age of 97, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Evelyn McCaherty to show support.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Ruth Evelyn's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Luther Smith and Lois Smith (Coots); her husband John L. "Tink" McCaherty; and her son Richard Dayle McCaherty. She is survived by: her children, Sandra Sue Mansfield (Darrol) of Carlinville, IL, Clyde L. McCaherty (Cherlynn) of Springfield, IL and Jeanne McCaherty of Long Lake, MN. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Shriner's Children Hospital.
