Ruth C. Papke
  • Born on: July 3, 1923
  • Departed on: March 31, 2011

Ruth C. Papke


Ruth was one in a million. I really think I loved Ruth as much as my mother, that we lost far too soon. Always loved going with dad to visit Ruth and her family.

Timothy Lingard
Wednesday, August 07, 2013

Erin and Brian, I will always remember your mother's beautiful smile, laughter, and her hugs. Her love for her family, animals, nature, and cooking. She was such a wonderful person and was always so good to me. I am so sorry for your loss. She will forever be remembered so very fondly and missed. Love you, Jeannie

Jeannie Larkin
Saturday, April 02, 2011

Erin and Brian, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayesrs are with you both.

Nina Werth Kaegbein
Saturday, April 02, 2011

Dear Erin & Brian, Your mother was a beautiful and friendly woman who went out of her way to visit with people and give a kind word and a wonderful smile. She had a mischievous twinkle in her eyes...full of fun and laughter. Did you know that blue was her favorite color? :) I look forward to seeing her and visiting with her on the other side of this life... in heaven! And am thankful her pain and suffering are gone and her memory is now restored! Tricia

Tricia Blake
Wednesday, April 06, 2011

Ruth was always there to run us kids where ever we wanted. I don't think I can ever remember a time she wasn't smiling. My prayers go to her family. She will be missed.

Cindy Danford Kuehn
Saturday, April 02, 2011

Ruth was such a loving mom and always gave her best. What a sense of humor and always smiling, willing to help anyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you - Erin and Brian. She will be missed.

Belinda Luko-Olson (Linda)
Sunday, April 03, 2011
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