Ruth Alma Koskela
August 01, 1942 - November 11, 2020
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STOUGHTON - Ruth Alma Koskela, age 78, of Stoughton, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at Meriter Hospital. She was born on August 1, 1942, in Madison, the daughter of Leif and Doris Breiby. Ruth married Bob Koskela on Aug. 8, 1964 and enjoyed 53 years of marriage, until his death in 2018.
Ruth graduated from Monona Grove High School and received her B.A. from Trinity College, Illinois. She then completed an M.A. and PhD. in Adult Education from UW-Madison. Ruth and Bob were charter members of Blackhawk EFC and later ordained at Nashota Seminary to become Episcopal priests. She also worked as a teacher for many years.
Ruth is survived by her grandson, Carson Schultz; Carson's mother, Robyn Stewart; and brothers, Stanley (Donna) Breiby, and Peter L. Breiby. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bob Koskela; and son, Tony Koskela.
Due to COVID restrictions private services will be held. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com .
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connie
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Thank you for many years of faithful friendship. You will be greatly missed. Thank you, too, for your walk with the Lord and the footprints you have left to follow. My sincere condolences to your family and friends. My prayers are with you all. Connie
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Barb Hess
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Ruth was a dear friend and neighbor for many years. Our sincere sympathies to Stan and Donna and the rest of the family. -Barb & Barry Hess