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Ruth Kompas Obituary

Kompas, Ruth K. (Nee Babbe) January 27, 2012. Age 78 years. Beloved wife, of 57 years, to Eugene. Loving mother of Cynthia (Dan) Fleischman, Michael (Marian Johansen), Jeffrey (Diana), Kevin (Cynthia), and Todd (Cindy). Dear grandmother of Lea, Bradley, Michaela, Adam, Justin, Eric, Angela, Hannah, Nicole, Brennan and Alyssa. Sister-in-law of Barbara (Joe) Pye and the late Donald (the late Elaine) Kompas. Preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Marie Babbe and sisters Lorraine (John) Markewicz, Myrtle (Jim) Fabro, Theresa Babbe and Marie (Herb) Ross. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Retiree of West Allis - West Milwaukee School Board for 48 years. Special Thanks to Dr. Michael Dawson, Dr. William Elliott, Dr. Taft, and the V.N.A. Mass of Christian Burial will Be held Tuesday, January 31, at 10:30AM, at St. Aloysius Church, S. 92nd and W. Greenfield Ave. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Visitation Monday, January 30, at Schaff Funeral Home from 4:00 - 8:00PM. Parish Vigil 7:00PM and visitation Tuesday at the church 9:30AM until time of mass at 10:30AM.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 29, 2012.

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Jeff,Diana&Nicole Kompas

February 15, 2012

You are missed so much already. You were a wonderful Grandma and Mom. You will always be with us and we Love You very much!

February 4, 2012

The Kompas Family: Ruth was a great lady, and she will be missed. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tracy Mussa(Suter)and family

February 2, 2012

To the Kompas family.Sorry for your recent loss.Thank You for sharing Ruth with WA/WM Schools,and Board.She will be truely missed.
Sincerely,
Dan Bailey

Jeff Johannsen

February 1, 2012

Dear Mike and family:

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I remember seeing your mom in the hospital at various times over the last few years, as I would see her there during my work day at W.A. She was a dear lady and I enjoyed our conversations.
Jeff Johannsen and Family.

Cherie Durante

January 31, 2012

Dear Gene and Family, Ruth's kindness and loving ways can not be forgotten by anyone who ever met her - no matter the distance in time or space. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you on her loss.

Uncle Merritt

January 30, 2012

Eugene and All my Kompas Peeps.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss...I am grateful to have so many wonderful memories of Ruth and your Family. She definitely taught me a life lesson or two along the way and was always so kind, generous and truly enjoyed her Family. She always made me feel like a welcome 'honorary' member of her Family.

I regret I can't be there in person to pay my respects, but please know that Ruth and all of you are in my heart and thoughts.

Laurie Sether

January 30, 2012

To Ruth's loving family
She had the most loving heart ever. She touched so many lives, including mine and I will never forget her. Truly, her family was her greatest love and it showed in everything she did. She will be missed by all who had the honor to know her.

Sandra Bertram Costello

January 30, 2012

Dear Kompas Family
Sorry at your loss of your wife and mom. I enjoyed visiting your family when I was young and seeing all the interests of your large family (the trains, the latest stereo systems and eating together wherever one could find a spot). I didn't see many large families and yours was fun. Cousin Ruth encouraged the gatherings and I saw the joy!
When we moved to TN you offered your home as a place to stay if we came to WI. I appreciated your hospitality.
When I came to town alone you offered a gathering of relatives I could see at once. How considerate when I was just in for a few days.
Hugh and I are raising four children and some lessons learned from your family have influenced our journey as parents. Thank you Cousin Ruth and family.

Love never dies...

Heather Ferrise (Kompas)

January 30, 2012

Heather Ferrise (Kompas)

January 30, 2012

Aunt Ruth always had one of the kindest and most genuine spirits that I have ever encountered. I am so sorry for your loss, Uncle Gene, Jeff, Mike, Cyndi, Kevin, Todd, and all who love her.

January 30, 2012

Dearest Gene and Family,

Ruthie has always worn angel's wings to carry her along and marry such a loving husband where the two of you raised a perfect family full of love.

The gifts she gave all of her life will never leave us all.

Because of her, we are blessed.

All of our love and prayers,

Anne, Abby,and Natalie Fiebiger

Paul Applegate

January 29, 2012

Love you Aunt Ruth! The Lord will be with you.

Kathy Baumann

January 29, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. We're thinking of you. Love you, Hank & Kathy

Diane Bertram

January 29, 2012

Dear Family
I loved your mother like the mother that I didn't have from the time my mom passed away. I cherish Ruth's words saying "you are welcome at any time and you're always part of our family". I send all my love and sympathy. I am with you in spirit. I will be sending prayers and Masses.
Love from our family to yours.

Sam & Debbie Bennett

January 29, 2012

Very sorry for your loss.

Donna Olson

January 29, 2012

So sorry Ruth is gone, she will never be forgotten. She was one of the sweetest persons I have ever known.

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