Ruth Warnock

Ruth Warnock, 92, formerly of Elma, New York, passed away peacefully at Tidewell Hospice House in Venice, FL on September 11, 2018. She was born in Hibbing, MN July 11, 1926. She married Howard Warnock of Willoughby, OH August 1952. Howard preceded her in death in 2003. Ruth is survived by her children: Sharon Rubin (Allan) of Venice, FL, Linda Warnock (Larry Meyers) of Hilton Head Island, SC, Carol Voelkle (Tony Cascio) of Westfield, NY and Robert Warnock (Tina) of Elma, NY. Her five grandchildren will miss her kindness and warmth. Ruth was preceded in death by her brother, Ernest Poston of Minneapolis, MN. She lived in Elma, NY for 46 years before moving to Venice 15 years ago. Ruth graduated from Buffalo State University with a Masters Degree in Art Education. A talented artist, she worked with oil/acrylic paints and graphite/color pencils. In her younger days she played the violin, piano, and organ. Above all else, Ruth loved to watch and listen to the birds in the neighborhood. They always seemed to gather whenever she was near. Her sunny smile, infectious laughter and sweet disposition made her a favorite to all who knew her. Our lives are richer for her loving presence. Interment will be in Elma, NY. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested a charitable contribution to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34238.