Mary Ruth McDowell entered this life on January 4,1939 in Bowlegs, Oklahoma to Roy and Ruth Willson. Mary entered into eternal rest on July 12, 2021 at the age of 82. Mary Ruth McDowell was a very talented woman when it came to crafting. Her talents were seen through her crocheting and knitting. She also was a very good cook. She enjoyed collecting cook books. Most importantly family was always first and Mary loved each and everyone of her family members. Preceding Mary in death are both her parents, her brother, Paul, two grandchildren, Michael and Miranda. Left to mourn her passing is her beloved husband, James McDowell, her two daughters, Cindy Johnson and Angie Meigs. Her grandchildren, Michelle and John Ashley, Melissa Johnson, Jake and Nicole Meigs, Jared Meigs, and Jenny Meigs. Her great grandchildren, Adrian, Kelsey, Marcus, Shelby, Kobe, Carter, Cami, Kayleigh, Hannah, Wyatt, Mactyn, and Emmett. Along with a host of many loving family and friends.