Ruth Katherine Phelps, 82

Ruth Katherine Phelps, 82, of Hungry Horse passed away Thursday, April 10, 2008, at her home, surrounded by family and friends. She was born Jan. 16, 1926, in Konawa, Okla., to Leonard and Dora (Keller) Lemons.

On June 13, 1943, Ruth married the love of her life, Arthur F. "Whitey" Phelps. After many years of traveling the world, they made their retirement home in Hungry Horse. Ruth was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all whom she met.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers, Leo, Alonzo and Junior.

She is survived by her husband, Arthur; her daughters, Carolyn Phelps, Kathy Phelps and Linda Hanson and her husband, John; her son, Dale Phelps; and grandchildren, Sonya Nordahl, Kara Erickson, Travis Herron, Shannon Phelps, Rhonda Tallman, and her husband, Lonny, Dustin Phelps and Tiffany Hanson. She also is survived by great-grandchildren, Kaileen Alvarez, Josh Erickson, Leilani Herron and Cameron Tallman.

A memorial celebration for Ruth will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 19, at The Church of Christ, 1203 W. Second Ave., in Columbia Falls, with a luncheon after the service.

The family suggests that contributions be made to a children's charity of your choice.

Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for Ruth's family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com to offer condolences and sign Ruth's guest book.