Ruth Arline Caldwell was born to Albert and Edna Clapp, the 8th of 9 children, December 15, 1924 in Wolbach, Nebraska. Ruth went to be with her Lord on March 2, 2011 as her three children held her hands in a circle of love. Survived by all three children, Jim A.Kathy Pearson, Roger K. Nancy Pearson and Judith M. Pearson; 9 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Preceded in death by all 8 of her siblings, her loving husband Ralph Caldwell and two grandchildren. Ruth had an amazing faith in the Lord and served him well for many years. We are all blessed to have had such a wonderful mom and will surely miss her. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tri-Cities Chaplaincy at Hospice, 2108 W. Entiat in Kennewick.