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Ruthann Cornelius, 98, a resident of Annapolis, MD for the past 10 years and previously of Baltimore and Hyattsville, MD, passed away on May 2, 2021 at her home.  Born on September 14, 1922 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Louis and Katharine Miller, Ruthann was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She dedicated her life to making a comfortable home for her husband and son and supporting them in all their pursuits and interests.  An avid Baltimore Orioles and Ravens fan, Ruthann also enjoyed crosswords, needle point and playing cards.  In her later years, her greatest joy came from spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  

In addition to her parents, Ruthann was preceded in death by her loving husband of 38 years, George Charles Cornelius.  She is survived by her son, Roy C. Cornelius and his wife, Susanna of Annapolis; five grandsons, Michael, Joseph, George, Gregory and James Cornelius; one granddaughter, Mary Katharine Cornelius and three great-grandchildren.  

Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9AM on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis.  Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.  
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children’s National Medical Center, 111 Michigan Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20010.  

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