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Ruthellyn Yates Obituary
Wilmington - Ruthellyn Marie (Kurth) Yates was born in Washington, D.C. exactly 30 years after her mother's birth in Uniontown, PA. She passed away on April 14, 2020 at the age of 72. She was a victim of the Covid-19 virus.
Early family years were spent in DC and Rock Island, IL were followed by her mother's moving to Wilmington to be near relatives and employment at DuPont where she met and married Richard Yates who adopted Ruthellyn.
Ruthy attended St. Mary Magdalen, Ursuline Academy and the University of Delaware. Following her graduation and a brief marriage, she was employed at Child Protective Services rising to head of the Northern Division before retirement.
An avid traveler and camper, she covered most of the USA preferring the southwest where she collected Native American products. She also visited Europe and Lebanon, the native home of her mother's parents.
She is survived by her father, Richard Yates, numerous cousins and friends.
Due to the present conditions, funeral and interment will be private.
For online condolences, please visit www.chandlerfuneralhome.com
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Robert Lindecamp
April 8, 2024
It is hard to believe that 4 years have gone by. We all miss you.
Norma Parson
April 8, 2021
A year has passed and we are still coping with the loss and devastation of this insidious disease. I do hope that her family and friends have escaped this virus and are doing everything they can to remain safe. May God bless all of you and bless our country!
Lisa Jumps
April 20, 2020
I worked with Ruthellyn at Child Protective Services and am sad to learn she has become a victim of COVID-19. I wish peace and comfort for her dad, cousins, friends, and DCPS/DFS family.
Norma Parson
April 19, 2020
So sorry for your loss.I supervised Ruthellyn when she became a worker in Protective Services.
I am praying that you will receive the comfort of our Heavenly Father as you mourn.
Sincerely,
Norma Parson ,Wilmington, DE.
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Francine Solomon
April 18, 2020
Condolences to family and friends.
Robert Lindecamp
April 17, 2020
Dick: My condolences to you on loss the Ruthellyn. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of knowing Ruthie for almost 50 years - when I think of her, one of earliest memories was of going with Ruthie and Jen to Anna Marie Island for a number of years. She always kept in touch - never missed a holiday or birthday - most recently, she sent 2 cards for St. Patrick's Day. She will be missed.
JW/JKH
April 17, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the (Kurth) Yates Families for the loss of your loved one, Ruthellyn Marie, and pray God gives you comfort, peace and strength.
stephen blatt
April 17, 2020
Dear Ruthellyn, through the years you were a good neighbor & a kind soul. God bless you
Peg Tigue
April 17, 2020
Dick,
I was so very sorry to hear of Ruth Ellen's passing. I wish you comfort in the coming years knowing of the care and loving support you shared with Ruth Ellen.
Peg Tigue
Marie Hands
April 17, 2020
Dear Ruthie,
You were such a Wonderful and Loving Friend to all who knew you......We are keeping you and your dad in our prayers.....GOD Bless you, Your Dad and all of your friends......Love,
Marie & Ronnie Hands...❤
Paul Riley
April 15, 2020
Ruthie,, it has been many years since I've seen you,but I have many good memories of you, Paul, your mom and others going up to " The Farm". Such a fun, lovely time we all had. True bonding. I'm sorry that I didn't stay in touch, but so many times you were on my mind.You will always be in my heart. Rest as u need
Mary Ball Morton
April 15, 2020
I enjoyed knowing Ruthellen through work at the Division of Child Protective Services.I was saddened by news of her death and send condolences to her family and good friends.
Mary Ball Morton
April 15, 2020
I enjoyed knowing Ruthellen through work at the Division of Child Protective Services.I was saddened by news of her death and send condolences to her family and good friends.
Michael Hamilton
April 15, 2020
Dick,
My sincerest condolences on Ruthellyn's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike Hamilton
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