Ruth Grist Evans

Ruth Grist Evans Ruth Grist Evans, slipped peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, October 20, 2017. Ruth was born on November 14, 1924, in Washington, Kansas to Walter W. and Minnie A. Grist, the "baby" of ten children. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph Evans, Jr.; her parents and all of her siblings. Ruth grew up in El Dorado, Kansas and attended Butler County Junior College. She married Joseph on September 5, 1948. They resided in Wichita and she worked for Martin K. Eby Construction Company for many years. Ruth is survived by many nieces and nephews and other relatives, all who adored her. A visitation with the family will begin at 10 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m., both Tuesday, October 24, at College Hill United Methodist Church. Memorials established with All Kids Can Learn International, 224 N. Washington St., Havre de Grace, MD 21078 (www.akcli-voh.org); Lynn/Sharon Fogleman, The Mission Society Global, 6234 Crooked Creek Road, Norcross, GA 30092 (www.themissionsociety.org); and Good Shephard Hospice, 7829 E. Rockhill, Suite 403, Wichita, KS 67206. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.