Mary Ruth Nutt, 93, long-time resident of Kansas City, MO died Nov. 13, 2015 at Country Care in Easton, KS. she was born Nov. 26, 1921 in Wichita, Ks. to Claude Franklin and Jeanette (Cushman) Nutt. Her parents and an infant brother preceded her in death.

Living for several years in Neosho, MO., Mary Ruth graduated from Neosho High School in 1939. IN 1946 she graduated from Friends University in Wichita, KS. with a BA degree. Her career in Federal Civil Service spanned more than 37 years and she retired in 1983.

Mary Ruth enjoyed traveling during her career and also in retirement. Gatherings with grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins were very special to her. She was a member of the Broadway United Methodist Church, Kansas City, MO where she was active in the Inquirers Class and the UMW. She was also a member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees; The Kansas Society of Mayflower Decedents, Tomahawk Chapter of DAR; Daughters of American Colonies, Decedents of the Indian Wars; and the Kansas Chapter of the National Society of Dames of the Court of Honor.

Four cousins survive; Eleanor Calvert, Kansas City, MO.; Martha Hagarty, Easton, Ks.; Aletha Langford, Carthage, MO; Carol McDaniel, Joplin, MO.

A private family Entombment in Old Mission Mausoleum will be held with a memorial service to be held at a later date. Old Mission Mortuary in charge of arrangements.