Ruth N. Dudley, 86, of Blandinsville, Illinois passed away Friday, December 2, 2011 at 6:15 AM at the Wesley Village Health Care Center in Macomb, Illinois.

She was born on May 11, 1925 in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of William Earl and Mary Neptun Dudley.

She lived in Denver Colorado for many years before moving to Blandinsville. She retired from the Citizens National Bank in Macomb in 1987. She was a member of the Argyle Bible Church, Colchester, Illinois.

Surviving are several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 7 brothers, 1 sister and 1 nephew.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at the Argyle Bible Church with Rev. Sam Kostreva officiating. No visitation is planned. Memorials may be made to her church or to an animal shelter of the donors choice. Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe is assisting with arrangements.