It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ruth Mather of Lake City, Florida, who passed away on September 10, 2025, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ruth Mather or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Melvin Andrew and Clara T Himmel Kneavel; and her siblings, George Kneavel and Pauline Henson. She is survived by: her children, Michael Andrew Hill (Michelle), Dawna Marie Hill of Lake City, FL and Linda Thompson of Live Oak, FL; her grandchildren, Joshua Beattie, Jackson Thompson, Maxx Hill and Gracie Hill; and her great grandchildren, AnnaMarie Thompson and Trudy Thompson.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 16th 2025 from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM at the Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home (3596 US-441, Lake City, FL 32025). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 16th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Gateway - Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, Lake City (3596 US-441, Lake City, FL 32025).