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Ruth Colbert Obituary
1947 ~ 2015
Ruth Marie Colbert peacefully passed into eternity on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 after an unexpected cardiac arrest at St Mark's Hospital in Salt Lake City. Ruth was born May 1, 1947 in San Pedro, California to Sverre Emanuel Olausen and Magda Valentina Thunell. She was raised in California, but loved to visit her many cousins and relatives in Utah. Ruth is survived by her eternal sweetheart and companion for 33 years, Bill Colbert. They were sealed in the Los Angeles Temple and moved to Draper, after his retirement from the United States Air Force. She is also survived by her older brothers, Richard and John Olausen, who both live in Chico, California and her beloved dog, Gaddy.
While Ruth was unable to have children, she loved them and enjoyed serving in the Primary and Young Women. In Alta Loma, California; she was endeared as a "Scout Mom". She later served in the Relief Society and other Church callings. Ruth found joy in temple service. For Ruth, the veil was thin and she was greatly blessed through her unwavering faith and love of Jesus Christ.
Funeral services will be held at noon, Monday, Nov. 30 at the Eagle Crest Chapel, 14919 S Eagle Crest Drive (SunCrest) in Draper. There will be a viewing at Goff Mortuary, 8090 S. State St., Midvale, on Sunday, Nov. 29 between 6-8 p.m. and at the chapel, one hour prior to services. Interment will be at the Utah Veterans Cemetery in Bluffdale.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Draper City "Dayland Dog Park Memorial Fund", c/o Finance Department, 1020 East Pioneer Road, Draper, UT 84020.
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November 30, 2015
Bill,
My condolences to you for your loss. May God be with you at this time.
Tyson Pepper
Bill, Ruth and Richard Olausen - 1995
Bill Colbert
November 29, 2015
Bill and Ruth - Christmas 1985
Bill Colbert
November 29, 2015
Yvette and Slugger
Bill Colbert
November 29, 2015
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Ruth at Walteria Elementary School Class Reunion.
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Ruth, Bill and Gaddy - Christmas
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Ruth at Walteria Elementary School Class Reunion.
Bill Colbert
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Ruth near Taos, New Mexico, 1995.
Bill Colbert
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Ruth at Walteria Elementary School Class Reunion.
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Ruth at Walteria Elementary School Class Reunion.
Bill Colbert
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Ruth and Gaddy at Laguna Beach, California.
Bill Colbert
November 29, 2015
Mac & Judy Connole
November 28, 2015
Bill, May I add my sincere sympathy to that of the many who knew and admired Ruth. I can remember the many Draper City Council Meetings and Events she attended to support you and the City.
Tom Dolan
November 28, 2015
Bill,
Linda and I were saddened to learn of the unexpected passing of your wife. The two of you were always together at various functions and she was always supportive of you. It is moments like this that give pause for reflection on those things most important to us and the appreciation for the comfort that comes from the knowledge that there will be a future reunion. We pray that your fond memories of her will sustain you and that you will find the peace promised by our Savior for those who mourn. God bless you.
Mayor Tom & Linda Dolan
Sandy City
Bruce Edmund
November 28, 2015
So very sorry to hear of your tragic loss. May you receive comfort and solace is our hope and prayer for you and your family. Our daughter, Krista, and her husband, Greg, have always spoken highly of you and your dear wife. Please accept our condolences . Bruce & Cheryl Edmund.
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