Ruth Hurd-Hutchinson, 94, passed away Jan. 20 in Redmond. Ruth was born near St. Joe, Ark., April 6, 1920. She married Jack Hurd in 1943, and together they had four children. They moved to Burns in 1954. She loved to crochet, dance, attend church, go to yard sales, and spend time with her friends and family. Everyone was welcome in her home, and all were well fed. She is survived by three of her children: Judy Kanso of Las Vegas, Harry Hurd of Redmond, and Sudy McMurphy of Portland. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. She was a beloved mother and grandmother. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, and her son, Doug. She had also recently lost her second husband, Jim Hutchinson. A graveside service was held at Burns Cemetery on Jan. 24.