Birth date: Jun 22, 1912 Death date: Mar 25, 2012
Ruth Schroeder was able to celebrate her 100th year of life ' an important goal — with her family prior to her death on Sunday, March 25, in Herrin, Illinois, after a brief illness. A recent resident of Anna and Marion, Ruth resid Read Obituary
Aunt Rufus:You were so loved by all of us in the Cates family.Our mother, your sister Marybelle, always looked up to you.Love, Blanche
Thinking of the Schroeder family as they remember and reminisce about the amazing life of Ruth. I love Lucy's description of "the 2 Ruths" playing duets in heaven!4
Grandma took care of me as much as I took care of her. Her life and longevity spanned several generations. Even in her later years she was full of information about the "good ole days", and during those conversations she would always quote the words her Mother told her about those times, "Those good old days weren't really that good".Grandma and I had a lot of common interest. We enjoyed walking around the her Lake of Egypt house trying to name the types of trees, flowers, and birds that were abundant there, We also had our CBS TV time together which included "Walker Texas Ranger", "Diagnisis Murder", "Chicago Hope" and "Judging Amy".Sometimes I felt like Walker could have been her 3rd son.Grandma and Granpas' memory will always inspire me to keep trying and don't give up.I love you.Jako
Fran:Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers as you celebrate your mother's life.As always,Mary Sue (Foster)Kramer
What a beautiful obituary to celebrate the full life of Ruth Schroeder. I never knew her but have been blessed to know her daughter, Pat. Ruth was clearly a character, full of life, and always enjoying so many activities throughout her "almost" 100 years. Her family and friends were lucky. I am certain she will continue to explore and entertain in the next phase of her journey.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May the peace of the Lord be with you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
