Ruth Conway

Conway, Ruth, 85, of Big Spring, died on Tuesday, October 17, 2000, in a local hospital. Graveside funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Friday, October 20, 2000, at Mt. Olive Memorial Park with Rev. Jeremiah McCarthy, pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, officiating. She was born on July 4, 1915 in Scurry County, Texas and married Tom Conway on October 12, 1945 in Big Spring, Texas. He preceded her in death on September 16, 1986. Mrs. Conway was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Altar Society. She was a member of Clarendon Chapter #6, Order of the Eastern Star, the AARP and the Bridge Club. She served in the Women's Auxiliary Army Air Corps during World War II. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Patsy Conway of Troy, Illinois; her grandchildren, Lauren Conway and Thomas Conway both of Troy, Illinois; two sisters, Fern Durham of Big Spring and Marie Patterson of Houston and numerous nieces and nephews. The family suggests memorials to: Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Altar Society, 1009 Hearn, Big Spring, Texas 79720. Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home.,