Ruth G. (Nettle) Hoven, 71 of Clinton went home to be with her Lord, Friday, September 15, 2017. Ruth was born June 27, 1946 to the late Glenn W. and Hazel (Pitz) Nettle. She was a retired cook with the Northwest School District and a member of Legacy Christian Church. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Richard D. Hoven; and is survived by children, Beth Green, Karyn (Ricky) Clites and Richard Dean Hoven II; grandchildren, Jessica and Bryce Swinehart and Hunter Hoven; brothers, Gary (Donna) Nettle, Larry (Margaret) Nettle and Mark (Vickie) Nettle; nephews and nieces. Funeral service will be WEDNESDAY 12:00 NOON at Legacy Christian Church, 7595 Middle St., Clinton, Ohio with Norman Maynard and Gary Robinson officiating.  Friends may call at the Church WEDNESDAY from 9:30 am until time of service. Burial will follow at Clinton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Legacy Christian Church.