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Ruth Vance Obituary
Ruth Paterson Vance passed away on March 29, 2014 after a brief illness, surrounded by her family. Ruth was born on December 3, 1932 in Washington, D.C. to Hugh and Esther Paterson of Philadelphia, PA, where she was raised. She graduated from Upper Darby High School and Pierce Business College. She moved to Washington, D.C. in 1956 where she met William Vance. They married and moved to Mercer Island in 1959. Ruth was a long-time resident of Mercer Island where she raised three children, Lea (Dave) Leuckel, Neal (Syrianah), and Charlie (Lisa). She spent many years volunteering and working at the Mercer Island School District. She enjoyed a lifetime of exercise and weight training and loved sewing, knitting and reading. Ruth was a two time cancer survivor and proud grandmother of six. She is survived by her husband, her three children, and her five grandchildren Christopher Leuckel, Connor Leuckel, Andrew Vance, Billy Vance, and Chloe Vance. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Alexa Vance. There will be a private burial at Sunset Hills in Bellevue. A reception for family and friends will be held on April 18th from 5 to 7 pm. For location and details please visit www. sunsethillsfuneralhome.com. In memory of Ruth, donations can be made to Swedish Hospital, Children's Hospital or Ronald McDonald House.
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margaret ivarsson-brand
November 14, 2015
I loved you too.RIP
Thank you Antie Ruth.
Lolotte
April 27, 2014
On behalf of the Shorehill Estates Community on Hood Canal we send our condolences. Ruth's presence in our community will be missed.
Gayle Robbins
Kathy Lang ( Stanford )
April 16, 2014
Ruth was a second Mom to me. She was always there for me no matter what. I will miss her very much, but I know she is in heaven with my Mom. I love all you Vances very much. Always remember that. Nothing can take away our childhood together. I wish you all the best, I have carried you all in my heart all these years. Much love always, Kathy
April 15, 2014
Rest in Peace, Ruthie. I give thanks for your friendship, and I shall remember.
Milt Yanicks
April 9, 2014
Bill, Lea, Neal and Charlie;
Our deepest condolences to you all.
We enjoyed our Lea-Vance family holiday dinners at Uncle Dick and Aunt Sissie with you all.
Happy to have had another dinner with Ruth and Bill a few months ago too.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love, Judee, Jennifer and Jeannette Lea
April 9, 2014
Dear Bill. It has been a long time since we have seen Ruth, but our memories of her are very warm indeed. We are very sad for your loss.
Bob and Helen King
Sally Brown
April 8, 2014
Sending our thoughts and wishes for comfort to the whole Vance family. Working with Ruth on projects for the Mercer Island Schools was more fun with Ruth. Her generous heart and humor will be remembered.
Sally York Brown and Larry R. Brown
April 7, 2014
Dear Bill and family,
We loved. Ruthie and wiill miss her very much. Love to all of you.
Larry and. Sharon Kramis
Kramis.
April 7, 2014
Dear Bill and family,
We loved Ruthie and will miss her very much. Love to you,
The Kramis 's
Herb Hilgers
April 7, 2014
Condolences to Bill and family!
April 5, 2014
Aunt Bootsie's strength helped me through quite a few challenging times in my life. I will always remember her humor, grace and strength in facing life on life's terms. I will honor her memory by trying to emulate that strength in my own life by facing each day with humor and love.
My sincerest condolences to Uncle Bill, Lea, Neal and Charlie and to the rest of the family. May your loving memories carry you through the days ahead.
Love Julie
Tim Seifert
April 5, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bill, Lea, Neal and Charlie and their families. Ruth was a very important part of our family's early years...
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