Ruth A. Gilkey's obituary , Passed away on July 26, 2024 in Lafayette, Indiana

Ruth A. Gilkey

June 2, 1933 - July 26, 2024 (91 years old)

Lafayette, Indiana

Ruth A. Gilkey's obituary , Passed away on July 26, 2024 in Lafayette, Indiana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fisher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services

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Ruth A. Gilkey

June 2, 1933 - July 26, 2024 (91 years old)

Lafayette, Indiana

Ruth A. Gilkey Obituary

The passing of Ruth A. Gilkey of Lafayette, Indiana, born in Crawfordsville, Indiana leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 26, 2024 at the age of 91. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Darrell A. Stout and Elizabeth Stout (Byrd); her husband James H. "Jim" Gilkey; her son Darrell Gilkey; and her daughter-in-law Marie Gilkey.

She is survived by: her children, James Gilkey of Lafayette, Joel Gilkey (Marci) of Edmonton, Alberta, Anita Albaugh (Steve) of Mulberry, IN and Scott Gilkey (Jamie) of Lafayette; and her sisters, Rachel Maxwell of Lafayette and Esther Digh (Ned) of Fulton, MO.. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Memorial donations may be made to the Indiana Veterans Home in loving memory of Ruth & James.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fisher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services



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