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Author: MargieRoopPearce
Surnames: Giessler, Thomas, Gick
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Decatur Daily Democrat (IN) - September 26, 2009
Ruth H. Giessler, 94, of Decatur, died at Adams Memorial Hospital on Thursday,
September 24, 2009.
She was born on June 4, 1915, in Portland, Indiana, to the late Bernard K. and Opal N.
(Gick) Thomas. She married Howard H. Giessler on June 10, 1935; he preceded her in death
on December 25, 1975.
Survivors include her son, Gary A. Giessler of Decatur; a brother, Bill Thomas of Leo; a
grandson, Tod T. Giessler of Decatur; and two great-grandsons, Justin and Zachary
Giessler. Preceding her in death were three brothers.
Ruth attended Decatur Church of Christ in Decatur. Ruth was a homemaker and a private
secretary for Krause Sheet Metal in Fort Wayne. She was involved in the Adams County
Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and worked in the hospital's gift shop. She was also a
member of the Walkie Talkie Group and enjoyed reading.
Calling is from noon-3 p.m. on Sunday, September 27, 2009, at Haggard and Sefton Funeral
Home, Decatur. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 28, 2009,
also at the funeral home, with Rev. Mike Whittenberger officiating. Burial will be in
Decatur Cemetery.
Memorials are to Southeast Elementary School's library or to the Adams County
Emergency Medical Service.
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