Knowles, Ruth Ann, age 72, of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born September 4, 1936 in Helton, KY. She is preceded in death by her parents, Wilson & Martha (Rose) North and her son, Larry Knowles. Survivors include her son, Kenny (Kathy) Rice and her brother, Clifford (Ruth) North. The family would like to thank Heartland Of Centerville and the doctors at Miami Valley Hospital Southwest Ward for all of their care. Private funeral services were held. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or Hospice of Dayton. Arrangements in care of Newcomer Funeral Home, North Chapel.