Ruth “Tutter” (Cain) Hagan
Emma Ruth (Cain) Hagan passed away October 8, 2020, at Friendship Villa in Miles City, MT of natural causes.
Ruth “Tutter” was born April 28, 1928, in Childress, TX, the 13th of 15 children to Horace T. and Bessie May Williams Cain. Horace and a few of Ruth’s older brothers homesteaded in Montana. They then went back to Texas to bring the remainder of the family to their new homestead in Montana on the Pumpkin Creek south of Volborg, MT. Ruth grew up on this ranch attending the Loesch School, which was a couple miles from the homestead. She later attended school in Broadus. Her early years with her brothers and sisters were fun times, consisting of playing games, carving names in the sandstone banks, and going to the isinglass hills. She then attended high school in Miles City, graduating from Custer County High School.
On March 1, 1948, Ruth married W.W. (Bud) Jones and they had four children; John, Janet, Juanita (Nita) and Jim. They worked on several ranches in the area before buying a place in the Yellowstone Valley in July of 1959. Ruth and Bud later divorced. She was remarried in 1969, to Claude Hagan. She worked at Montgomery Ward, First Security Bank, First Citizens Bank and First Interstate Bank, before retiring in 1984.
Ruth traveled on the local wagon trains, the 1989 cattle drive from Roundup to Billings, MT, and the Big Drive of 1995, where she was able to watch the steers leave Fort Worth, TX on their drive to Miles City, MT. She was involved with the State Lands, cooking for forest fire fighters for 10 years. She was a kitchen helper for the Freeman Standoff in Jordan, MT for 43 days. She was a past president of the Business and Professional Women’s Club and the Range Riders Reps, and was a member of the Eagles, VFW and Elks Auxiliaries.
Survivors include Ruth’s children: John (Diane) Jones of Miles City, Janet Edmonds of Cheyenne, WY and Jim (Jean) Jones of Miles City, MT; grandchildren, Ty (Val) Jones, Stacey (Leal) Brimmer, Sydney (Adam) Dice, D.R. (Samantha Dunn) Edmonds, Cassandra (Wes) Staton, Sam (Nova) Collinson, Michael Perkins, Anna Jones and Emma Jones; and thirteen great-grandchildren, Carlee and Taw Jones, Kailey, Kinzie and Teegan Brimmer, Layla, Aidric, Grady and Lawson Dice, Hanson and Carver Staton, and Ember and “soon to be born” Collinson.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Claude, in 1979, and a daughter, Juanita Collinson in 1992, her parents, and all of her siblings; Joe, Sal, Jesse, Myrt, Bullet, Mike, Fatso, Nanie, Short, Gertie, Buster, Tat, Onie and Edith.
Ruth loved dancing, especially waltzing. She loved reminiscing about old times, and sharing her family history. Her Cain heritage was so important to her, as were her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Although small in stature, she lived life large. To honor her, dance a dance, remember back, and enjoy family.
Funeral services will be Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home with interment to follow at the Custer County Cemetery in Miles City, MT. In lieu of flowers, a memorial can be made to the Range Riders Museum or a charity of one’s choice. Ruth’s family would like to extend a special thank you to her caregivers at the Friendship Villa who took such wonderful care of her.
Carol Schneidt says
My thoughts and prayers to all of Ruth’s family~ We were neighbors at one time and she was a great lady~
MARTHA CRANDALL says
My sympathy
Maureen Larson says
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Ruth’s family. She was a wonderful, kind lady that I will remember fondly.
Jay Wells says
Rest in peace Tuttor. I will miss my favorite aunt.
Jr and Myrna Perkins says
Sincerest sympathy to all of Ruth’s family, thoughts and prayers are with you all…..may she rest in peace.
Lana Hoff says
Reg hoff
Karen teichroew says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Colette Butcher says
So sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Ruth was a very special lady to everyone that knew her. May she rest in peace.
Shirley Rolf says
Ruth you are going to be missed. I will never forget working with you on fire camps and your “decaf” coffee. We had a lot of fun. To her family sorry for your loss, she was a great gal.
Bundy’s says
To Ruth’s Family, heaven has gained a new angel.
. She will be missed by all that knew her. May God bless you all.
Joan Smith says
God Bless to all of Ruthie’s family,
She was truly a wonderful and kind woman who I got to know when I worked at First Citizens Bank in 1976….She was so helpful and patient while teaching me the banking business.
Rest in peace my friend.
Joan Damm Smith
Sheri Morris says
Ruth.
These days are never easy. However, our Faith knows that you crossed over to the land of our Lord. We thank Him for bringing you into our life and gifted us with very fond memories. You raised a wonderful family that became an extended family of ours. We thank you for that from the bottom of our hearts. You made a mark. God Bless your family and prayers for comfort and joy as they share the memorable events of their lives as your children and grandchildren. We love you all, Sheri and Randy Morris.
Jim and Cathy Bastian says
We are so very sorry! What an awesome lady she was. You all are in our thoughts and prayers!
ronald lala says
Ruth was a wonderful person to know and visit with. She will be sadly missed. RIP Ruth.
Bub and Carlene Gaskill says
Condolences to all of Ruth’s family, my folks thought the world of her.
Vicki Petrik says
So sorry for the loss of a wonderful lady. Thinking of you all at this time
Linda Walker says
Jim and Janet, sorry to hear about your mom. She was a dear little lady and made a big mark in the world.
Dave Hartman says
To all of Ruth’s family, myself and all my family thought Ruth was solid gold. My Dad and Ruth are most likely have a good laugh at all of us running around in a world that they might not recognize worried about things that really won’t matter like chickens chasing grasshoppers.
Rest In Peace Ruth
Dave Hartman and all of Frank Hartman’s family
ann feuerherm says
So sorry to hear about your mom, she was a great lady. I remember planting flowers with her at your house years ago, she was so wonderful! My condolences to you & your family.
Kathi (Rooney) Pfeifle says
I am so sorry to see this notice. Ruth was a wonderful lady. I worked with her and then we became friends. I always enjoyed visiting with her. You ask are in my thoughts and prayers.
Crystal Moore says
I am sorry to hear of this news. Ruth was such a super sweet lady. We use to visit together at Walmart on our breaks. I loved to listen to her stories. Prayers to the family! RIP Sweet Ruth! 🙏
Janet Kein says
Jones family…you are in my thoughts and prayers! Heaven gained a beautiful angel~~
Konnie Collinson says
I enjoyed Ruth’s company so much. She was a wonderful lady.
Janet Dinardi says
I worked with Ruth years ago. She was a kind, warm and very caring person. She will be missed. Prayers for you all and peace in knowing that she is wrapped in Gods loving arms.
Cacie Cain says
Rest in peace, my beautiful great aunt.
Dotti Green says
John, Janet, Jim,
I’m so sorry to hear that Ruthie is gone. She was so good to us when we were “young and dumb” college kids. She was a special lady. My deepest sympathy to your family.
Kimber Gebhardt says
Aunt Ruth was one of the most special people I have ever had the privilege to know. She always brought a smile to my face whenever I saw her. Both dad (Doug Nelson) and I loved it when she was at the Villa. She would make dad origami cranes after every meal and he kept every single one of them! (He has a drawer full). Please have peace knowing that she lived life to the fullest and was loved by everyone! 💕
Andrea Gonzales says
Janet, Jim and John – I was so sad to hear of Aunt Ruth’s passing. What wonderful memories I have of her. She was always soft spoken, kind and loving to our family on all of our visits to Miles. She cooked the best meals and always made us all feel so at home. I will be thinking of you all on Oct. 15 and wishing I was there. Love you, your cousin – Andrea.
Harley and Sylvia Hagan says
Aunt Ruth will always hold a special place in our hearts. We, as many do, wish we were able to visit more and longer. Our time with her was always special. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Stephani Schumacher-Collins says
My condolences to your family.
Take Care
Dena Lang says
Ruth was the nicest and kindest lady ever. I will never forget her cooking at fire camps. She would always give me a little extra. 😉 She will be missed.
Glynis Brooks says
I’m so sorry for y’all’s loss! She was such a nice lady! May she Rest In Peace!
Myron and Mary Beth Kibler says
John, Janet, Jim and your families. I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Ruth at 1st Security Bank..my first paying job ever and she helped me so much. Her sweet smile and gentle ways.. she had a special way of making you feel loved. Visit your wonderful memories often as they keep them alive in your heart forever!
Craig and Jerianne Dunnam says
John, Janet, Jim and Family, we’re so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, Ruth (such a special lady). May your favorite memories bring comfort. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Craig and Jerianne
Craig and Jerianne Dunnam says
John, Janet, Jim and Family, we’re so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, Ruth (such a special lady). May your favorite memories bring comfort. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken Ridenour says
Jim, Jean, Emma and Anna. I am sorry for your loss. Ruth was a special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sonny Lockwood & Sandy Stahl says
Sonny has great memories of Tuttor. Our thoughts are with you all.
Sandy McFarland Hays says
Janet, John, Jim and Families, I loved visiting with your mom whenever I would run into her. Sending prayers and condolences to all.
Duane & Virginia Strohmayer says
Jim & Family Sorry hear about your Mom may God bless
Chuck Laakso says
Janet, so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Deb Bartholomew says
John Jim, Janet and Families:
So very sorry to hear about your loss. God has gained a Beautiful Angel. Janet was a fun loving beautiful Lady. I enjoyed working with her on the camp fire crew one summer. We all had a lot of fun. She was a lot of fun working with. She always had a smile on her face and her laugh was contagious!! Always remember “When A Loved One Becomes A Memory That Memory Becomes A Treasure”. Janet will always be a Treasure in your hearts and never forgotten. Treasure your memories as they will help with difficult days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Linda Gaskill Bird says
Such a classy lady. Always enjoyed a visit with Ruth. We sure will miss her here, but God has another good one. Seems to me that so often when people who love agriculture get up there we get some moisture here. Thanks Ruth for the rain.
Linda Cain Gran says
John, Janet and Jimmie. So very sorry to learn you mom has passed. She was kind , understanding and strong. I am sure heaven is the site for a big Cain family reunion right now. Love to you all🙏🏼🙏🏼
Kathy Damm Culy says
I was saddened to hear of Ruth.‘s passing, she always was such a wonderful and loving lady. Condolences to all of her family.
Allen Edmonds says
I was saddened to hear of Ruth’s passing, the last of a family legacy. When I think back on my time spent with Ruth. She was always the epitome of the family Matriarch; She was a gracious, and kind lady that never new a stranger. She maintained the traditional family values of: Show respect to others, help your neighbors, work hard, be honest and forthright, learn from your mistakes and never judge another. Ruth will long be remembered and respected for her contributions to the community and her love of family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Prayers and Blessings to the family
Allen