Ruth E. Foutch, 90, of West Lafayette, formerly of Brookston, died at 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 18, 2010 at St. Elizabeth Central in Lafayette. Born October 7, 1919 in Brookston, she was the daughter of the late Aaron and Bonnie Hornbeck Shivley. She was a 1937 graduate of Brookston High School. Her marriage was to Emory "Chic" Foutch on October 14, 1937 in South Bend. He preceded her in death on August 10, 1989. Mrs. Foutch worked as an underwriter for 23 years for Troxel Insurance, Fox Insurance and Webster Insurance. She was a member of Meadow Lake Presbyterian Church, where she served as Treasurer for 17 years, and T and C Club. Ruth enjoyed playing the piano and spending time with her family. Surviving are her children, Robert Foutch (special friend: Rhonda Ford) of Sullivan and Linda Jennings (husband: Ralph) of Monticello. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Keven Jennings (wife: Maureen) of West Lafayette and Todd Justice (wife: Anissa) of Smithville, MO; and great-grandchildren, Lauren and Mikaela Jennings and Dane, Cole and Caroline Justice. Preceding her in death with her parents and husband is a grandson, Phil Jennings. Friends may call 2 hours prior to the 1 p.m. funeral service Monday, June 21, 2010 at Meadow Lake Presbyterian Church in Wolcott; Pastor Anella McFee to officiate. Interment to follow at Meadow Lake Cemetery, Wolcott. Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston is entrusted with care. Donations may be made in memory of Ruth to the Meadow Lake Presbyterian Church.