Ruth A. Bostic

Ruth Annette West Bostic, 78, of Bidwell, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, February, 1, 2022 at Holzer Medical Center. Born on September 27, 1943 in Charleston, West Virginia, Ruth was the daughter of the late Edward C. and Oma Harris West. Ruth retired from Gallipolis Developmental Center and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Rio Grande. She enjoyed being outdoors and being around the family farm. Ruth also enjoyed eating out, especially at Bob Evans and the University of Rio Grande Cafeteria. She enjoyed working for the Vinton Baptist Church Food Pantry and visiting her brother Dave. Ruth was a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Ruth is survived by her sons, John E. (Pam) Bostic of Beverly, Ohio and Joseph T. Bostic (Jessica Tucker) of Bidwell; grandchildren, Ethan (Emily) Bostic of Centerville, Ohio and Hollie (Brett) Hively of Bidwell; great grandson, Colt Bostic; and sister-in-law, Eleanor West of Bidwell. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph H. West and David B. West. The funeral service for Ruth will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022 at Willis Funeral Home with Pastor Vinton Rankin officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call prior to the funeral service from 12:00-2:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Holzer Hospice. The family wishes to express special thanks to Holzer Emergency Room staff, the 4th and 5th Floor staff at Holzer Hospital, and Holzer Cancer Center Staff. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences.