Ruth Ferman

Ruth Elaine Ferman, age 69 of Alma, passed away from injuries she received in a house fire at her home.

She was born the daughter of Melford &Wilma (Miller) Ferman in Orange County, California. She is preceded in death by her father and sister, Melody Ferman Lusardi.

Surviving Elaine is her mother, Wilma Ferman of Denton, Texas; son, Brent (Dana) Barker of Carson City; grandchildren, Eden, Roslyn, Bryna; sister, Jeanne (David) McCain of Pilot Point, Texas; brother, Jerry (Charlotte) Ferman of Placentia, California and nephew, Derek (Angie) McCain of Jamul, California.

A model in her younger years, Elaine loved to travel and explore. She especially enjoyed seeing Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean among other places. While living in Southern California she owned and operated an irrigation business where she also liked growing various exotic fruits and plants. Elaine also loved animals, especially her dog Harvey.

Private family graveside services will be held at Crystal Cemetery at a later date.