Ruth Josephine Matheson Cook, age 94, of Alto, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2014, at her residence. Born in Habersham County on November 26, 1919, she was a daughter of the late Frank Matheson and Vera Shirley Matheson. Mrs. Cook was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church and was retired from Carwood Manufacturing. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Silas Newton Cook; two sisters; one great-great grandchild. Survivors include daughters Melba Dodd (James) of Alto, Francine Ritch of Alto, Shirley Smith (Edwin) of Mt. Airy, Melissa Downer (Richard) of Cornelia; six grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Funeral services will be 2:30 pm Sunday, June 22, 2014 at the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & Stewart with Rev. Jan Devereaux and Rev. Dennis Wilkes officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5-8 pm on Saturday at the funeral home. An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com. McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.