Mary Louise Ruden

"Miss Bertelsen" was my first-grade teacher at Skyline Vista. She was such a good teacher. I remember her teaching us about recycling and not wasting tissues -- "green" topics in the early 1970s. I hope the stories from her friends, co-workers and students bring the family peace. You all are in my prayers.

Mrs Ruden also known as Miss Bertelsen was my 1st grade teacher at Skyline Vista. She touched my heart and impacted my life in countless ways. She remained a dear friend my entire life. Even though we didn't see each other the past 10 years she was always in my thoughts and prayers. She came to my high school and my 1st college gradation party at my parents home. I always wanted to be a teacher just like her. She made my world a much happier one. I regret not getting together for lunch a couple years ago. There is so much I wish I could have said to her but I know she knew how special she was to me and how much I loved her. Some of my fondest memories is her teaching our 1st grade class to sing pop songs like Don't Rock the Boat and Age of Aquarius. She loved her students deeply. I am proud to have known her 44 years. I made countless visits back to Skyline to visit her and Ms. Ginny Barnett ( 2 nd grade). I know she is at peace and is singing with the Angels. You, Mrs Ruden are forever in my ❤

Words fail me as the news of Mary's passing has reached Irene and I. Seldom, or perhaps just once in a lifetime are we privildged to share a moment in time's eternity with one so patient, so giving, so loving. We miss Mary terribly. We send our deepest condolences to Jim, Jimmy, Peter, and the Bertelsen and Ruden families. Bill and Irene Janes

My deepest sympathy for the loss of Mary .She was my friend at Skyline Vista & afterwards. It saddens me that she is no longer actively with us . I will always cherish the camping trip we took in my campmobile to Pikes Peak area. Your laughter & sweetness will be missed heavily by all who knew & loved u, Jim & your sons especially . Me too. Donna Sims in Channelview, TX now age 84.

It is with my deepest sadness to hear about that Mary passed away. I got to know her as a loving and caring women for her husband and two sons and a good friend. I always enjoyed the Christmas Letters I received from Mary and I really enjoyed the two stays at the Ruden Family in 1996 and 1997. May you rest in peace Mary and my deepest condolence to Jim, Jimmy and Pete.

Jan-Robert Werner and Family, Seesen, Germany

Dear Mary. You cannot read this, but thankyou for your hospitality at my wisits at your house. It was great to learn you.
Jim and boys thank you and take care.
Lars

It is with a heavy heart to hear that Mary has left us. One thing I know for sure, she is dancing and laughing with Jesus. This amazing woman has blessed our family in so many ways and still does and will in the future. Her laughter, her fun-spirit and amazing heart for life. Mary lives in us everyday!