Ruth Ann Bundren, 78 of Abingdon and formerly of Galesburg, passed away at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, May 9, 2021, at the home of her granddaughter, Haley Miller, in Abingdon.
Ruth was born September 20, 1942 in Oregon County, Missouri, the daughter of Edward and Nellie (Delana) Thompson. She married Robert L. Bundren on August 19, 1961 at the Christian Church in Greenbush, Illinois. He preceded her in death on December 16, 2020. She was also preceded in death by her son, Rodney “Bundy” Bundren in 2010, her daughter, Susan LaNelle Wasion in 2019, two brothers, Jackie Thompson in infancy and Ronnie Thompson, and two sisters, Donna Pickrel and Betty Moser.
Surviving are three granddaughters, Haley Miller, Ryleigh Wasion and Loren Thurman all of Abingdon.
Ruth grew up in Abingdon and graduated from Abingdon High School in 1960. She was a seamstress and homemaker. She lived most of her married life in Galesburg and was of the Christian faith. Her hobbies included sewing and collecting jewelry. She was an avid QVC shopper.
As she requested, cremation will be accorded and no services are planned. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Services Abingdon Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
