Ruth Grover, 77, passed away September 27, 2007, in Vancouver, Washington, from complications of ALS-Lou Gehrig's disease.

Funeral services for Ruth will be held at 10:00 a.m. on October 5, 2007, at the Chapel of the Valley in Grants Pass, Oregon.

Ruth and Milton Grover lived in the Intermountain West for most of their lives, retiring to Oregon. Wherever they went, they were active in church.

Ruth loved to paint, especially while out in their RV enjoying the outdoors. She has painted scenes ranging from the mountains of the west to the ocean shores of the Pacific.

Most of all, Ruth will be remembered by her family for her kindness, open home and hearth. Friends and family were always welcome to join them.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband. She is survived by daughters Ellen Salyer and husband John; and April Kilcup and husband Doug; sons Stan Grover and wife Helen, Steven Grover and wife Cinda and Jonathan Grover and wife Jodi.

Ruth and Milton have 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Teens for Christ at 6951 Hannegan Rd. #11, Lynden, Washington, 98264, or Carol Elkins at Friends in Action P.O. Box 168 Mansfield, Missouri, 65704-0168.