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Ruth Merten Obituary

Merten, Ruth A. (Nee Ristow) Of Charlottesville, VA, formerly of New Berlin, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, at the age of 92 years. Loving wife for 62 years of the late Gilbert E. "Gil" Merten. Dear mother of Alan (Sally) Merten of Fairfax, VA, Jane (Walt) Thompson of Palmyra, VA, and James (Barbara) Merten of Shoreview, MN. Grandmother of Eric (Kristin) Merten, Melissa (Bill) Belleville, Matthew (Polly) Merten, Ellen (Michael) Carlson, Craig (Gwen) Thompson and Scott (Rachael) Thompson. Great-grandmother (the joy of her life) of Annika and Alex Merten, Henrik and Abbott Carlson, Katie Jane and Claire Thompson, Shiloh and Sage Thompson, Ryan and Adam Merten, and Wyatt and Will Belleville. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many special friends who called her Grandma. Visitation Tuesday, May 4, from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM, at DIVINE PEACE EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, 3203 S. 76th St., followed by the Funeral Service at 2:00 PM. Interment Good Hope Cemetery. Ruth was a member of Wisconsin Lutheran High School Ladies Guild and Rexnord Retiree Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Divine Peace Ev. Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice appreciated. HERITAGE FUNERAL HOMES Klemmer-Scheuerell Johnson-Reiss (414)321-7440 Guest Book and Directions www.heritagefuneral.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 2, 2010.

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Daniel Merten

May 12, 2010

I am deeply sorry for your lost. I reconnected with Anute Ruth only for a short time but looked forward to her letters at Christmas and how every one was doing. My most flavorite memory was of the West Allis western day parades and sitting in front of the shoe shop.

Marjorie Koch

May 4, 2010

In loving memory of my great-Aunt Ruth. Lord, please give Aunt Ruth comfort and peace with your unfailing love.

I loved her smile and great sense of humor. She always had a kind word and thought the best of everyone. Her enthusiasm and energy for enjoying life was incredible. I always looked up to her as a great role model and wanted to be like her in many ways. I loved listening to her stories about family because it helped me feel connected and helped me understand where I came from and what I was made of. I still chuckle to know we fall asleep around 9:00 pm because it is “in our genes.” Aunt Ruth, you will be forever in my heart. Love, Marjie

Clyde Tess

May 3, 2010

My deepest sympathies for the loss of your mother - but know that she is in the loving arms of God now. Aunt Ruth was truly a special person and I am going to miss her very much.

Nancy Goede

May 3, 2010

We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. She was a beautiful person.
I can remember getting shoes repaired at your Dad & Mom's shop. They were alway's so pleasant & friendly.

I am Gloria Crapser's sister & live in Greenfield, previously West Allis.

Take Care, & God Bless

Nancy Goede & Gil

Linda (Baacke) Buxa

May 2, 2010

My deepest sympathies, but also my great rejoicing that she has received the goal of her faith—the salvation of her soul! This is what she lived for!
I'm one of those who wasn't related by blood, but called her "Grandma" anyway. Thanks to her family for sharing both Grandma & Grandpa with us. They both hold a very special place in my heart. I'm thankful we'll get to spend eternity with them, but I'm wondering if heaven has enough toilet paper for them to TP everyone's mansion?
I was so blessed to know and love her—and be loved by her. Her faith, witness, and love set an example for those of us who follow behind. She was such a blessing! I'm hoping that my children will blessed with a "Grandma Merten" in their lives too, and hoping that I can be a "Grandma Merten" to someone. Not sure that will happen, though, because she was one of a kind!
I could go on and on (and it seems I already have), but those of you who knew her know that words are inadequate to sum up how lovely, gracious, and fun she was! I'll miss you, Grandma! But, thanks to Jesus, I'll see you soon....

Brenda McCauley

April 29, 2010

Nancy, Mrs. Merten was one of the very special people on this earth. She always had a smile and was so pretty,I loved to hear her laugh.
God took a rose and put it in his flower garden,and now she has become an angle that will look after you and your family.
May God be with each of you.

Tiffany

April 29, 2010

Mrs. Merten was a very wondeful sweet lady. She will be missed dearly.

Gwen Thompson

April 29, 2010

Love the picture so much! Grandma will be missed.

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