Ruth Ann Hildenbrand, 80, of Zanesville, died at 1:30 A.M. on Monday, August 1, 2016, at The Oaks at Northpointe. She was born October 16, 1935 in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Earl W. Swope and Cleo T. Hittle Swope. She retired from United Technologies Automotive after over twenty years of service. She is survived by loving companion, Wayne Warner; four sons, Jack E. Nichols, III, Randall K. Nichols, Gary Howard, and Troy A. Hildenbrand; two daughters, Christy L. Johnson and Monna Grove; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Maci Carnes; brother, Harold Swope; and sister, Vonda. No calling hours will be observed. A private family service will be held at a later date. To send a note of condolence: visit www.bolin-dierkesfuneralhome.com , follow us on Facebook, or call our professional staff at (740)452-4551. Dignified and professional services entrusted to BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY.