Keefer, Ruthavallee (Ruth), 86, a native of Peters Cave, KY, a former resident of Akron, OH, passed on December 10, 2012 in Brooksville, FL. Mrs. Keefer was born August 17, 1926 to the late Charles and Nannie (nee Jude) Hackney. She retired as banquet manager at Akron’s Tangier Restaurant.
She is survived by her brother, Edward Akers, niece Cindy Maskie, nephew Jobie Smith, many grand and great grand nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Ray Keefer and her son, Guy Donald Keefer. Mrs. Keefer requested cremation and will be laid to rest with her husband and son at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Akron, OH.
Arrangements handled by Pinecrest Funeral Chapel - Brooksville, FL.
A memorial gathering will be held at a later date in Akron, Ohio.
Inquiries can be made at [email protected]