Ruth E. Smith

Ruth E. Smith Ruth E Smith, age 91 of Oswego, IL passed away Friday, June 11, 2010 at The Tillers in Oswego, IL. She was born October 23, 1918 in Plano, IL the daughter of the late William and Louise nee Friebele Ode, Sr. She was united in marriage to Cole Smith on November 24, 1935 and had celebrated 63 years of marriage prior to his passing in 1998. Ruth held several positions including cashiering at Bohn's Food Store, Gromer's Food Mart and retiring from Eagle Foods. She was a life member of the Church of the Good Shepherd as well as a 64 year member of the Oswego American Legion Post #675 Auxiliary. Ruth is survived by her son Ralph "Smitty" (Sally) Smith of Oswego, IL, grandson Gary (Cheryl) Smith of Hernando, MS, two granddaughters Sandra Smith of Aurora, IL, Kelly (Mark) Chandler of Oswego, IL, three great granddaughters Michele and Angela Smith, Chelsea Chandler, brother Glen (Gladys) Ode and sister-in-law Margaret Ode both of Oswego, IL, also many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Cole Smith, an infant grandson, four sisters and five brothers. Ruth will be remembered as aloving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved to cook, bake and share her kitchen "goodies" with all. Our special thanks to the wonderful staff of The Tillers who cared for Ruth. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 9:30 AM until a funeral service at 11:00 AM officiated by Rev Mary Herman at McKEOWN-DUNN FUNERAL HOME, LTD. at 210 S Madison St. in Oswego, IL. Burial will take place at the Oswego Township Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to either The U.M.W. organization of the Church of the Good Shepherd PO Box 695 Oswego, IL 60543-0695 or the charity of the donor's choice in Ruth's name. Additional information 630/554-3888 or 800/942-DUNN..