Ruth Nelson

1929 - 2017

BORN

1929

DIED

2017

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Wm. H. Scott Funeral Home

1100 Greenleaf Ave

Wilmette, Illinois

Ruth Nelson Obituary

Ruth Sievers Nelson, longtime resident of Glencoe and Northbrook, died on November 30, 2017 after a short illness. Ruth was the second of 4 children born to Herman and Edna Sievers (Viola, Donald and Richard) on July 22, 1929. She spent her childhood on the family farm in Peotone, IL and moved to Chicago in the 1940's where she eventually met her husband. Lawrence and Ruth were married on July 6, 1957 and moved to Glencoe to raise a family. Ruth lived a long, wonderful life and was very active in the local community volunteering her time at the Glencoe Union Church, The Women's Library Club and The North Shore Exchange. She is survived by her daughter, Carol (Dan) Madock, and two sons, Paul (Joan) Nelson, and Thomas (Julie) Nelson. She has seven grand children; Jack, Daniel and Reid Madock, James, Katherine and David Nelson, and Troy Nelson. She also has one great grandchild, Connor Nelson. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm at the Glencoe Union Church on December 16, 2017. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to the Autism Society at www.autismsociety.org. For funeral information call Wm. H. Scott Funeral Home 847-251-8200.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 3, 2017.
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Tom and family-

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. While it has been some time since I have lived in Glencoe, my mom had remained in touch with your mom either through church or in town. I recall many days running around the house. Your mom had always made me feel so welcome. My best to your family!

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Erik Barefield

Erik Barefield

December 15, 2017

Ruth will be missed by all who knew her....so sorry for your loss. DC

December 11, 2017

Tom & Paul, we are very sorry to hear of your loss. We know well with the loss of my Dad in March; and Mom just three years earlier. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven gained another angel.
Dan & Carla Werkheiser

Dan Werkheiser

December 8, 2017

Tom & Paul, so sorry for your loss. We know well what you are going through since the loss of Dad in March and Mom just three years earlier. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven gained another angel!
Dan & Carla Werkheiser

Dan Werkheiser

December 8, 2017

I am sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in Psalms 29:11, knowing that in difficult times like this, God gives peace and strength. DM

December 3, 2017

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

December 3, 2017

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