June 11, 1931ย ย โย ย February 21, 2026
Ruth Griswold of Fort Jones passed away on February 21, 2026 in the early morning hours following a short illness.
Ruth Karen Matson was born on June 11, 1931 in Inglewood, California to George and Rosella Matson. She was the third of four siblings: June, Holly, George Jr., and Ruth. Her dad was a train engineer, her mom a telegraph operator. During her childhood, Ruth worked in her dadโs nursery, learning early the value of diligence and care.
