Ruth C. Wood

Jed, Lori, Toni and family, My heart hurts knowing we lost this beautiful lady. Oh...the memories and laughter we’ve shared throughout the years! I’m sure Art, Dee and Jack already had the cards dealt when she arrived. Rest In Peace Ruth!

Your mom was a great lady. I always enjoyed running into her and chatting, a lot! Always reminded me of my babysitting days on Elmwood with you kids. Olden days. My thoughts and fond memories are with you. Bev Cantwell Hayman

Lori, your mom was always so kind and so much fun when we were growing up and hanging out at your home. (baking as I remember just to have something to do). Her lively personality will be missed by so many! Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy. It's always so hard to lose a parent, no matter what age. You are in my prayers. Mary Bellissimo Battista

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. I don't know any of you children but I was friends with your Mother beginning in 1939 Kindergarten, eight years at St. Mary's and graduating from Portage High in 1952 with both your parents. I spent many happy times with your Mother. In 1953 we took a trip by train to Colorado for a vacation visiting some of my family and we visited your Dad who was stationed there in the Air Force. I last saw your Mother on a trip to Wisconsin five years ago. We always kept in touch on birthdays and just whenever we needed to chat and recall times we'd shared. I will miss my friend and send you children my kindest regards. Lovingly, Mary (Miles) Pedersen Las Vegas, NV.

Jed , Lori and Toni I am so very sad to hear about your Mom's passing. She was such a bright light that could always find humor in anything around her. I have many memories of her visiting us in Palm Springs and Honolulu. She loved her coffee and was the only person that I ever met that could drink a pot of coffee before she went to bed... Often times my Mom would come visit when your Mom was here... they were the same age and would go off shopping all day and come home laughing like two school girls when they were together. As well as visit in Hawaii with the two of them... I have so many wonderful memories of such a beautiful person inside and out. You were blessed to have such a wonderful loving Mom that loved you so much!! I do hope that you all can find some peace during this very sad time... My heartfelt condolences to all... Ken