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1922 - 2010
Age: 87
HILL, Ruth I
Paw Paw
Ruthie was known for her Ruthieisms; such as, Age is mostly mind over matter, and if you dont mind it really doesnt matter. Our special friend and grandma , as she was known by the 1st graders in Penny McNelliss class room for 13 years passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Bronson LakeView Hospital, Paw Paw. She was born December 27, 1922 in Carnegie, PA the daughter of the late Edward A. and Elizabeth A. (Dagg) Dietrich. She was employed as a receptionist at the Van Buren County Sheriffs Office until her retirement. In October of 1965 in Chicago, IL, Ruth was united in marriage to Bruce D. Hill who preceded her in death in December of 1983. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Jean Pelzer of Chicago. Surviving are a son, Larry Markwell of Chicago, IL; granddaughter, Robyn Pelzer of Chicago; great grandson, Christopher Pelzer of Chicago; special friends, Penny and Dick McNellis, Phyllis and Bob Hamilton, Ginny and Jim Handy, Terri and Steve Williams and Denise and Todd Freeman. As per Ruths request there will be no visitation or services as cremation has taken place. Interment of cremains will be in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Paw Paw next to her husband. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. Arrangements are by the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw. |
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There are currently 6 condolences.
Phyllis
Saturday January 22, 2011 at
8:45 PM
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I have known Ruthie since I was in fourth grade, her daughter Jean and I went to school together. Ruth was my Mother's girlfriend, my Mom and Dad stood up for her and Bruce. She became close to us after Bruce passed away three years before my Mom. My husband Bob and I called her our second Mom. We visited her in Paw Paw, & she would stay with us in Chicago but we moved away to Arkansas six years ago and kept in touch by phone. We visited her at least three times since we moved, the last time was in September. We played Skippo & Bob played ball with some of the folks at Bronson. She was always up, never complained, like she often said "who would listen anyway". I miss her very much but know she is playing cards with family and friends and singing "Under the Boardwalk" in a better place. With much love Phyllis and Bob
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Michelle (Shipley) Jones
mjj320@hotmail.com
Tuesday December 28, 2010 at
2:54 PM
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Robyn and family, I am so sorry to hear of Ruth's (Gramma's) passing, she was always the most friendly person! I loved her so much! Paw Paw will be a lonely place without her! She will be missed.
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Robyn Pelzer
myvision500k1111@yahoo.com
Sunday December 19, 2010 at
10:59 PM
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Oh My Darling, remember when I was little and called you my Darling Grandmother, how we would sing & dance for hours. I will so miss not hearing your sweet voice on the other end of the phone telling me " I'll call you next and I'll be careful what I call ya." All your years of service to your community and your bright smile will be forever missed. No more pain Grandma, you can now walk till you hearts content! Sweet Dreams my Darling Grandmother until we meet again & I can say, Grandma shall we Dance! With Love and Much Sorrow! Robyn.
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Jim and Ginndy Handy
jimbohandy@yagii,cin
Sunday December 19, 2010 at
6:45 PM
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Ruthie was a dear, dear friend of ours. She was our adoptive grandma to our kids, Kyle, Meghan and Elizabeth. Jim met Ruthie thru her husband, Bruce, while working at Furness Farms. They became good friends. When Bruce passed away Jim invited Ruthie over for Christmas Eve Mass and dinner afterwards. This became our tradition until Jim and I were transferred to the Atlanta, GA area. Ruthie attended our kids, birthdays, sporting events, special school events. My family came to know and love Ruthie too as she attended many family events with us. She was a great joy to us, and truly blessed our lives. She saw the beauty in every day. She was such a positive person, and set a great example for all of us. We are so fortunate that she was a part of our lives, and that we have a part of her heart in each of us. We will truly miss her. We love you, Ruthie.
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Betsy Banner Palasinski
Sunday December 19, 2010 at
12:13 PM
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I met Ruthie through my sister, Ginny Handy. Ruthie quickly became a member of the family, always present at any type of gather.Always pitching in with any food preperation that needed to be done. Ruthie was easy to talk to and fun to be with. She will be missed. Betsy Banner Palasinski
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Nancy Clift
Sunday December 19, 2010 at
12:11 PM
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Ruthie was my husband's mother's roommate at the Nursing Home in Lawton a couple of years ago and she was such a sweet sweet lady. Always so positive and so good to Joan Clift. I was so sad to hear of her passing. What a wonderful lady. Sincere sympathy to family and friends
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