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Ruth Bordell Obituary


Ruth A. Bordell, nee Heisterman, beloved wife of the late Elmer; loving mother of

Judith (the late Norman) Johnson and

William (Myong) Mitchell; dearest stepmother of Jeanette (Robert) Smith; cherished grandmother of Susan (Walter)

Murphy, Karen (Lawrence) Canning, Ann (Mark) Greathouse and James (Nett)

Mitchell and great-grandmother of

Heather, Brent, Mitchell, Eric, Olivia, Alexis, Asia, Meika and Erica. Visitation Sunday

1 to 5 p.m. at Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Road (5500W), Burbank, IL. 60459. Lying in state Monday 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Interment Bethania Cemetery.

Funeral info: 708-636-2320

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 1, 2009.

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Carolyn ConleSwanson

June 25, 2009

My name is Carolyn Conley Swanson, my parents were good friends of your Mom, we grew up un Bedford Park, I am sorry for your loos, both my Mom and Dad have died also, last time I saw your Mom was at my parents 25th anniversary. I don't know if you remember us but our prayers are with your family, would like to hear from you if you remember us, you can write me at 911 West Marlboro Circle, Chandler Az 85225,

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