Dessie Ruth Schoonover of Angleton, Texas passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. She was born in Dawson, Texas on August 18, 1936, to R.D. and Mary Lillian Hamilton. Ruth was raised in Corsicana, Texas and graduated from Corsicana High School. On September 21, 1957, she married James Olin Schoonover in Ennis, Texas. While in Corsicana, Ruth worked at the Collin Street Bakeary office where there was always fruitcake and Dr. Pepper on the desk. The couple moved to Angleton in 1961 where they raised their family. She was currently a member of Second Baptist Church in Angleton. Ruth spent much of her time raising an active family. Much of her favorite memories were spending time with her grandchildren. Her hobbies included sewing, cooking for others, and reading. She enjoyed the research and study of genealogy and sharing it with family and friends. After her children were raised, she worked part-time at Erma's Dress Shop in Angleton. She is predeceased by her husband, James Olin, parents, and her brother Virgil Hamilton. She is survived by her children, Marla and Husband Ronnie Cook of Angleton, Kelvin Schoonover of Baytown, and Karen Schoonover of Angleton. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Cole and wife Sarah Cook of Seabrook and Clay Cook of Houston. Her nieces include Angie and husband Larry Keel of Mexia and Pam Baird of Mesquite. Visitation will be held 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Friday, November 16, 2018 at Palms Funeral Home. Graveside Services will be held Saturday at 2:00 pm Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Angleton Cemetery. Arrangements are being made by Palms Funeral Home, Angleton, Texas. Online condolences may be sent at www.palmsfuneralhome.com. To plant a tree in memory of Dessie Ruth Schoonover, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store. Service Information Saturday, November 17th, 2018 2:00pm, Angleton Cemetery 328 Cemetery Rd. Angleton, TX 77515 Interment Information Angleton Cemetery 328 Cemetery Rd. Angleton, TX 77515
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