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Ruby Sjoquist Obituary

Ruby A. Sjoquist of Arlington Heights for 53 years Visitation for Mrs. Ruby A. Sjoquist (nee Wood), 86, will be from 9 a.m. until the time of the services at 11 a.m. Saturday, at the Oehler Funeral Home Arlington Heights Chapel, 2000 E. Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights. Interment will be in Memory Gardens Cemetery. Born April 22, 1920, in Suring, Wis., she died Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2006, at Northwest Community Healthcare. She was a veteran of World War II serving in the Army Air Corps, a member of the Eastern Star, and was employed by Bowen Hardware in Arlington Heights for more than 25 years. She was the wife of the late Eldon Sjoquist; mother of Ellen (Alvin) Onken, Linda (James) Clucas and Karen Rivelli; grandmother of Cristen Clucas, Eldon Rivelli, Jennifer Clucas, Sean Onken and Heather Onken; great-grandmother of Alyssa Rivelli; sister of Grace (Myron) Magee, Harland (Faye) Wood, Dixie (Henry) Stage, Calvin Wood and three late sisters; and aunt of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 4709 Golf Road, Suite 1015, Skokie, IL 60076. For information, 847-253-5423.

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Published by Daily Herald from Sep. 7 to Sep. 8, 2006.

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jaden

October 13, 2020

Hey Grandma karen

Karen Adele Rivelli~Sjoquist

September 5, 2018

Dear Mom & Dad it's been sometime since I have written tomorrow is going to be hard on me Daddy it's your Birthday, you'd be 98 and then the next day September 6th ,2006 is when God took Mommy to be with you daddy. I have been through so much, mentally I wonder how I've lived through all my medical issues without losing the battle. I am so lonely without my family I often feel like I'm on a rock all by myself. Eldon is doing great and has become quite the animal lover, he's got 3 cats, 1 dog and a Golden Bearded dragon nut's huh? He just turned 36 and came up to see me for his Birthday of course had to cook his favorite meal. I so miss you both, I don't think I can or will ever forget either of those two days. You made me a good mother and someone with strong Morals I''m quite close to God these days since to be honest I can't fool a fooler, I know my days are after all numbered. You you both so much thank you for choosing me to be your daughter. Peace love hugs & kindness always, Karen your loving daughter always

Karen Rivelli

October 3, 2016

Dear Mon & Dad just wanted to send you both the newest addition to the family, Aaliyah Dawn Rivelli - she's the sweetest little one and one I know you'd love as you do all the others Alyssa and Jaden. Jaden's birthday is coming up shortly 11/29 and he's going to be 8 years old. I am going to be 63 hard to believe huh? Well I've included a picture however I am sure you already know what she looks like. Love you both and miss you so much, soon to see you <3 love hugs and kisses and kindness always, Karen your daughter

Karen Sjoquist-Rivelli

April 6, 2011

Dear Mother and Daddy: The past few years have been very trying for me and I often wish I could please just talk to you, there for awhile I thought that I was joining you since last year in 2010 I had open heart surgery and they found out I had lung cancer in both lungs but I guess you both already know that. I wish I wish we could still be all together and I know one day we will, I am not afraid of dying I afraid of leaving my loved ones alone I am sure that's how you felt. I miss you so much especially being able to pick-up the phone and talk with you. I am so sorry that I ever took you for granted at any one time in my life. You gave me a wonderful up bringing and such great morals. Compared to the children today you were my "Gods"....Until we see each other again I love you and await my return to be by your sides. I always liked being in the middle...Maybe Dad we can go fishing and Mom I just want to fall asleep on your lap like old times. Give "Kitty" a big kiss for me and Duke and Buddy...Your loving daughter, Karen Adele Sjoquist-Rivelli

Karen Adele Rivelli

September 13, 2006

Dear Mother: It's been three days since we have buried you and I am still quite in shell shock. I am so sorry that I was not there at the time of your passing. I so wanted to be there however I believe there is a reason for everything. I am worried about your daughter "Dolly". The empty "nest" syndrome. She was your best care giver - we both (Linda & Karen) know that and want to say Thank-You for being there when we could not. Keep in mind we are three not one - and we will live forever in your thoughts now and till the end of time... Your loving Daughters, Dolly - Linda & Karen

Cristen Clucas

September 11, 2006

Dear Grandma,

I love you and will miss you so much. Thanks for giving me my nani. I will cherish all the memories we had. I love you!

Sean Onken

September 11, 2006

Hey Grandma the past year was fun getting to know you better nothing can replace the fun we had in that time and growing up knowing you. I will always remember you Grandma. I Love You

Chris Lanham

September 10, 2006

Dolly, Linda and Karen, I am sorry for the loss of your Mom. Auntie Ruby was a joy to be around. Her laugh and her long fingernails are always things I will remember about her. She had a great sense of humor too. My thoughts are with you all. Wish I could have been there to say goodbye. Love Much, your cousin Chrissy.

cathy fayas

September 9, 2006

Dear Dolly,Linda,Karen,

I'm so sorry for auntie Ruby passing. I just remember all of the good times we all had on Stratford Rd. There's just to many to mention. But she's with uncle Bib's and Pal now and they can be together again.She will be sadly missed by all of us.

Our prayers are with all of you.

Love cousin Cathy and Tim Fayas

Dee La Caria

September 8, 2006

To Linda, Dolly & karen:



First so sorry to hear about Ruby, she will be missed dearly by many. She touch alot of peoples heart with her wonderful smile. I feel truly blessed to have known her and will miss seeing her and having lunch with her and Karen. To Ruby a warm soul and loving friend you will be missed and to all of you my sympathy. Love Dee

eldon rivelli

September 8, 2006

Dear Grandma: Hope your in a better place and that you and Grandpa are having good laughs and good loving times. I love you so much and I'm going to miss my Pilot - Wings flap up - ready for take off - to Heaven. To my best friend and my loving Grandma, your loving Grandson Eldon Anthony Rivelli



P.S. Tell Grandpa I am going to go fishing for him tell him I would have loved to have met him.XXOO

Jennifer Clucas

September 7, 2006

Dear Grandma,



Knowing that i'll never see or talk to you again make's me heartbroken. The thing that gets me through all this is all the memories we shared, and I am so grateful for that. Remembering the time's when you would babysit me and Cristen and we would always play uno is one of the best memories I have. I wish you were here forever.



I will miss you forever.

I will love you forever.



Love Always and Forever,

Your Granddaughter

Jennifer

Linda Clucas

September 7, 2006

Dear Mom,



It has only been a couple of days since you left us, and I miss you dearly. My memories as a child and of adulthodd are forever coming to me. I believe this will go on for the rest of my days. We had some good times, but more than anything we were always there for each other. I know you must of known that towards the end you knew that Dolly, Karen, and I would be forever by your side.



Love You Forever,

Linda

Nancy Rabas

September 7, 2006

Family of cousin Ruby:

My deepest sympathy to all of you.Just remember the good times.

Sincere sympathy. Nancy (Hansen) Rabas

Heather Onken

September 7, 2006

To my one and only Grandmother.I love you so much!!! Im going to miss the girl talks in my bedroom. I will always think of you in my prayers.

Love Always your Grand Daughter

Heather

Mary & Rich Sabat

September 7, 2006

Dear Dolly,Linda,Karen & Family, We were so sorry to hear about your Mom. We remember all the good times we had with all of you many years ago.We use to come over to the house and watch football with your Mom & Dad and your Mom would make her famous Pasties. They were delicous. After we moved to McHenry we kept in touch with Ruby on the phone & had many a lenghtly coversation. We would meet up when I had a dental appointment in Arl. Hts. for lunch & we would always have a great time.We lost touch over the last 7 years, but Rich & I always kept her in our thoughts. We would often say--I wonder how Rugy Bagonia is doing? We have special memories of her & we will never forget her. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this said time. Love Mary & Rich Sabat

Judy Bissell

September 7, 2006

To Dolly and siblings, Gracie, Dixie, Harland and Calvin,

Ralph and I send our deepest sympathies and with you will miss Ruby's smile and wit. We have always enjoyed her letters and cards to us.

Dolly,You asked how I am related - Your Mom, Ruby and I were first cousins - Aunt Rhoda and my mother, Dorathea, were sisters.

Love and Peace,

Judy and Ralph Bissell

karen rivelli

September 7, 2006

MOTHER - YOU HAVE BEEN MY ROCK SO TO SPEAK, YOU HAVE HELPED ME THROUGH SO MUCH BAD AND GOOD TIMES THAT I AM NOT SURE WHAT IS GOING TO HAPPEN WITHOUT YOU IN MY LIFE. YOU HAVE TAUGHT ME SO MUCH AND I WILL MISS YOU FOREVER AND SEE YOU IN MY DREAMS. YOU HAVE BEEN AND ALWAYS WILL BE MY BEST FRIEND - MY LOVE - MY ANGEL MY MOTHER... YOUR LOVING DAUGHTER KAREN

Marty, Diane, Janell, Shawn, Kristin,Savannah, Annalise Wood

September 7, 2006

Dear Dolly, Linda And Karen

Altho it's been many years since i came to visit, i'm truley sorry for your loss.

Mark & Ellen (Wood) Lambrecht

September 7, 2006

Dolly, Linda, Karen & Families,

I am truly sorry for your loss. Auntie Ruby was a wonderful lady whos laughter was infectious!

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

With Love,

Faye E Wood

September 7, 2006

Dear Nieces and Your Families,



Our sympathy to all of you. We know it will be a most difficult time for everyone. Please remember all the Happy Times you had with your Mom. She was such a FUN lady!



Keep In Touch.



All Our Love,

Uncle Sonny & Aunt Faye

Janice (Hansen) Moore

September 7, 2006

My prayers are with you and your family.

Ellen Onken

September 7, 2006

Dear Mom:

I truly miss you. I walk in your room and look for your smiling face. The Grace you have given me and showing me about life and how to live is truly a treasure I will always have close to my heart.



Your loving Daughter Dolly

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