Ruth L. Angell

Age 98, lifelong resident of Northville, passed away January 23, 2014. She was born July 5, 1915 in Redford, Michigan; daughter of Russell and Harriet (nee Smith) Angell. Ruth was a graduate of Northville High School in 1934. She worked as an accounting cashier at the Northville State Hospital for over 23 years, retiring in 1979. Ruth adored her nieces and nephews; she loved spending time with them. She often attended First United Methodist Church of Northville and was a life member of Northville Women's Club. Ruth liked to cook and entertain; she was known for her scalloped potatoes. She enjoyed gardening and had a beautiful flower garden in the back of Allen Terrace, where she lived for many years. She is survived by her loving brother John (Jean) Angell; her nieces and nephews, Jim (Marilyn) McGaffin, Bonnie (Alan) Piotrowski, and Ronald Angell; and 5 great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Grace McGaffin. A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 3 p.m. with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. at Casterline Funeral Home, 122 W. Dunlap, Northville. Rev. Monica William from the First United Methodist Church of Northville will officiate the service. Ruth will be laid to rest at Grand Lawn Cemetery in Detroit. The family would appreciate memorial contributions to First United Methodist Church, 777 W. Eight Mile Rd., Northville, MI 48167 or Allen Terrace, 401 High Street, Northville.