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The members of RCHTF wish to express their condolences to the family of a well respected colleague.
RCHTF members
September 26, 2025 | Work


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Oct 5, 1949 - Sep 19, 2025
The members of RCHTF wish to express their condolences to the family of a well respected colleague.
RCHTF members
September 26, 2025 | Work
I was a teacher in Hammond and benefitted from many programs by the Leadership Academy. I am certain that Ruth and her programs were a strong foundation for the teacher I grew to become. She was friendly, open, and had a great sense of humor. I remember her fondly.
Teresa Tratar
September 25, 2025 | Work
My deepest condolences to Karen and Ruth's family during this time of loss. Ruth was a dedicated educator to School City of Hammond who made a positive impact on many lives. Her legacy will live on!! I regret that I am unable to attend her visitation and service.
Carmen Peterson
September 25, 2025 | Work
Ruth was a very kind and caring educator. I enjoyed being able to participate in the Early Prevention Of School Failure program (EPSF) that initiated in several of the kindergarten classrooms in Hammond. Ruth will always be remembered for her leadership qualities.
Janet Price Novak
September 24, 2025 | Munster, IN | Coworker
Ruth was a true humanistic educator. She treated all individuals with respect and integrity.
Sandra Harvey
September 23, 2025 | Teacher
It was my pleasure to know Ruth in her service as an administrator in the School City of Hammond . She brought innovation to the District and she did a beautiful job of supporting all the departments. I was a Library Media Specialist and I know she had a close relationship with my very capable boss, Larry Thwing, and the two of them supported our work in meaningful ways. One of the most memorable for me was the educational book club Ruth created pulling in various teachers and media...
Lois Rogers-Watson
September 22, 2025 | Palm Harbor, FL | Teacher

She was my P.E. Teacher at River Forest. I can't remember what years. Was in the late 70's or very early 80's. My memory isn't the greatest these days. I do remember, she had us climbing the three ropes that went up to the ceiling a lot. My condolences to Family and Friends.
Bill Spiller
September 21, 2025 | Kansas City, KS | Student
Ruth was an inspiration to everyone she met.
She will be missed dearly.
Diana and Peter Kesheimer ❤
Diana Kesheimer
September 21, 2025 | Dyer, IN | Friend
I was fortunate to work with Ruth during my tenure at the School City of Hammond. Everything Ruth did was in an effort to improve the lives and educational opportunities for the students. I am deeply saddened upon learning of Ruth's passing. My condolences are with the family.
Stephen Johns
September 20, 2025 | Lindenhurst, IL | Friend
Ruth A. Mueller, age 75, of Valparaiso passed away in her home on September 19, 2025. She was born October 5, 1949, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin to the late Rev. Martin and Marian (Sather) Mueller. She was a retired educator and school administrator at River Forest School System. Ruth...
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