Ruth Elaine Oyster, lifelong Orient Twp., Sears, MI resident, passed away peacefully at her home, on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at the age of 96. She was born on July 13, 1928, to Archa and Lova Wills in Orient Twp. and was the youngest of 11 children. On November 17, 1950, she married Loren Oyster, of Sears, and they made their home and raised their family in Sears. Ruth enjoyed being a homemaker and loved to cook, especially large meals for any and all occasions. There was hardly a Sunday that passed where the family didn't meet at her house which became the hub for family functions. Not only did they enjoy good food but she enjoyed playing Yahtzee, cards, and Bingo. Ruth was an avid reader and was one to root for the underdog and never had a cross word for anybody and instilled the value of family ties in her children.

Ruth is survived by: her sons, Gary (Julie) Oyster of Cle Elum, WA and Terry (Julie) Oyster of Evart; four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by: her husband, Loren; granddaughter, Erin Oyster; brothers and sisters; Olin, Wesley, Victor, Raymond, Archie, Alice Cleaver, Patricia Maguire, Irene Showalter, Nellie Hazen, and Mamie Turner.

Funeral services for Ruth was held at 1 PM on April 15th, with visitation two hours prior (11AM-1PM) the Corey Funeral Home in Evart with Pastor Pete Seager officiating. She will be laid to rest at Orient Township Cemetery, Sears, MI.

In lieu of flowers, and to honor Ruth's caring spirit, we kindly request that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Michigan or Osceola County Meals on Wheels, organizations that reflect her compassion for others.