Ruth Willis

Ruth Willis obituary, Wentzville, MO

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Ruth Willis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pitman Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Wentzville Chapel on Oct. 28, 2025.

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Ruth Willis (née: Kenney) of O' Fallon, Missouri, passed away on October 23, 2025 at the age of 85. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert "Bob" Willis; She is survived by her three children, Patricia Willis, Theresa (Ken) Baker, Maryanne Willis; brother, Arthur (Jackie) Kenney; sister, Patricia Helker; two grandchildren, Stephen Willis, and Adam Baker. She is preceded in death by her father, Henry Kenney, mother, Ruth Kenney (née: Needham), brother, Harry Kenney, sister, Ann Green.
Ruth was married to her cherished husband, Bob, for sixty wonderful years until his passing in 2021. Together, they were blessed with three loving daughters. Patricia, Theresa, and Maryanne.
Ruth dedicated over 50 years to her calling as a Registered Nurse, most recently working at the VA Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Her compassion and commitment touched the lives of countless patients and colleagues throughout her remarkable career.
A devout Catholic, Ruth was an active member of Immaculate Heart of Mary in New Melle, where her faith and service to her community were evident to all who knew her. She enjoyed spending time with her family and she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Immaculate Heart of Mary, New Melle. In care of Pitman Funeral Home 1545 Wentzville Parkway, Wentzville, Missouri 63385.
Family is being served by Pitman Funeral Home, Wentzville.
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Oct

31

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church -St. Joseph Chapel

8 Hwy D, New Melle, MO 63365

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New, Melle, MO 63365

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