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Ruth Irene Spracklin Cornell, age 93, died on Sunday August 17, 2025 in Bronte, TX. Ruth is survived by her daughters Denise Gallaway of Bronte, and Kathy Wertz currently of New Braunfels. She is also survived by her sister Daphne Hynes, eight grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, several in-laws, and a warm and loving extended family. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert “Bob” Cornell, sons Robert “Bobby” and Richard, and siblings Cal, Joan, …

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So sorry for the loss of a great woman. I have fond memories of visiting Aunt Ruth and my cousins in PA during my young…

So sorry for the loss of a great woman. I have fond memories of visiting Aunt Ruth and my cousins i…

So sorry for the loss of a great woman. I have fond memories of …

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Born

December 9th, 1931
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Passed away

August 17th, 2025
Bronte, TX

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Method of disposition

Body donation

Final resting place

Bronte, Texas

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