Mrs. Ruth Elaine Coleman, age 79, of Salina, passed away Friday evening, September 12, 2025, at her residence. She was born April 4, 1946, in Junction City, Kansas, a daughter of the late Phillip and Florence Knisley.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, John Coleman, and her sister, Ellen Regnier. Ruth is survived by three sons, Chris Coleman, Kyle (Michele) Coleman, and Keith (Becky) Coleman; seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and brother John (Toni) Knisley.
Her passions in life included loving her grandchildren, reading, and serving her Savior, Jesus Christ. She accepted Christ in 1985 and was actively involved in various church activities and Bible studies. She now awaits the arrival of her family and friends in Heaven and would desire all who knew her to join her there.
A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, September 20, 2025, at CrossRoads Church, 1125 West South St, Salina Ks.