Ruth S. Pountain

Pountain, Ruth S. (Nee Sigler) passed away peacefully on June 1, 2019 at the age of 89. Of Oak Creek but formerly of St. Augustine, FL (1987-2011). Wife of the late James William Pountain for 54 years. Beloved mother of three daughters: Jean (James) Lewis, Lynn (Rev. Dr. Stu) Merkel, and Gail (Stephen) Vitale. Cherished grandmother of Paul (Alli) Lewis, Kristin Lewis, Peter (Dana) Merkel, Gregory Merkel, and Adam, Bryan, Daniel and Drew Vitale. Proud great-grandmother of Charlie, Louise and Fletcher Lewis, and Andrea Merkel. Dear sister of the late William M. (Nancy) Sigler, Jr. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Ruth's family wants to express their heartfelt gratitude to the caregivers and staff at Creekside Terrace (Caring Alternatives) in Oak Creek and Allay Home and Hospice for their loving and personalized care of Ruth.Special thanks as well to the members and friends of Faith Community Church for their support and care of our entire family. Memorial Gathering on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH, 7700 W. Faith Drive, Franklin from 11am until the Celebration of Life at 12:30pm. Rev. Dr. Stuart Merkel officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Faith Community Church appreciated.