Mrs. Ruthann E. Crawford

June 17, 1947 - March 21, 2020

Ruthann E. "Ruthie" Crawford, 72 of Kalkaska, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday,March 21,2020 at home. Ruthann was born to the late Dan and Ann (Solaway) Sullivan on June 17th 1947 in Mt.Clemens MI. Ruthie married Richard R. Crawford on December 5,1969, in Richmond Michigan. Ruthie is survived by her loving husband of 51 years of marriage,Richard Crawford; and a brother,Emmett Sullivan.She was preceded in death by a sister,Janet Sullivan. Ruthie was a licenced beautician for over 50 years.Ruthie served on the Kalkaska Memorial Hospital board for over 20 years.Ruthie touched so many people's lives even though she did not have children of her own but she was a mother to many,she had so much love and compassion for everyone no matter who they were, she didn't judge,and had a heart of gold.Ruthie was an accomplished seamstress who helped many young ladies with alterations.She was a crafter, a baker, an excellent chef and a great host A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations are suggested to be sent to her church: Kalkaska United Methodist, 2525 Beebe RD NW, Kalkaska, MI 49646. Cremation arrangements provided by Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home. Our Family Serving Yours.