Ruth Wallingford

MOUNT PLEASANT- Ruth E. Wallingford, 81, of Mount Pleasant died Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at her home.

Ruth was born on February 13, 1944, in Des Moines County, the daughter of Carl and Elizabeth (Judd) Gohn. On May 27, 1977, Ruth was united in marriage to Wendell Wallingford. The couple has made Mount Pleasant their home for over 40 years. Ruth worked at Motorola for 15 years. Additionally, she worked at in the kitchen at Hy-Vee. Outside of her career, Ruth had a deep appreciation for classic country music and loved square dancing. She enjoyed a wide variety of hobbies, including bowling, traveling, shopping, and visiting the casinos. Ruth cherished her time with family, and she could always be found creating memories with those she loved most.

Ruth is survived by her husband Wendell; seven children Sherri (Richard) Boecker of Mount Pleasant, Lisa (David) Liles of Wayland, Furman Goff, Steven Goff of Lockridge, Steven Wallingford of Atlantic, Sandra Wallingford of Atlantic, Scott Wallingford of Cedar Rapids; sister Sherry (John) Brown of Danville; two brothers Jim Gohn of Middletown, Merv (Lori) Gohn of West Burlington; 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters Beverly Schubert and Sandy Warth; grandson Zachery Liles; great grandson Justis Liles.

A visitation will be held 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory. The family will be present to greet friends beginning at 4:00 p.m. Private family graveside service will be held in the Prairie Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association. The Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory is caring for Ruth and her family. www.powellfuneralhomes.com