Word has been received of the death of Ruth Gillis, wife of Pastor John Gillis, who last led the Grace Brethren Church in Eagle River, Alaska. Below is information from the Clark County Democrat. Complete obituary information will be published when it is available.

Ruthie Gillis passes away at GH hospital

Ruthie Gillis died Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 26 at Grove Hill Memorial Hospital, just across the street from her home.

Mrs. Gillis and her husband, Bro. Johnny Gillis, retired to the old Gillis homeplace several years ago. They had lived in California and Alaska.

Funeral arrangements were not known at presstime. However, the family requests no flowers, instead donations may be made to Urban Hope, 210 E. Tioga Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134.