Ruth S. Geary

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Ruth Geary Obituary

Geary, Ruth S. - Vivacious - Fun Loving Age 73, Of Stillwater Died Feb. 14, 2005 of lung cancer, surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by parents, Harlan and Doris Wood; and brother, Thomas Wood. Survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Lyman; her sons, Shawn (Leesa), Kevin (Sandy); grandchildren, Connor and Logan; brother-in-law, Bruce (Doris); sister-in-law, Janis Wood; nieces, Judy, Sally, Nancy and Linda; nephews, Patrick (Leslie), and Timothy (Patty) Bill Wood and George Wood; grandnieces Katy and Emma; grandnephews, Ryan and Travis. Born in Winona, MN on Nov. 4, 1931. Ruth graduated Suma Cum Laude from Winona State Univ. in 1953 and because of her academic excellence and college activities, she was selected for listing in the 1953 edition of 'Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities'. She achieved her youth ambition to become a teacher and taught for 34 years, 30 of which were in the Stillwater School District. She taught all 6 elementary grades over the years. Her special joy was working for 15 years as the School Districts' Elementary Art Coordinator. She taught Art in every elementary school. She is remembered proudly to this day as the 'little lady with the swinging ponytail' to a whole generation of Stillwater area kids. Ruth was active in many community and Church organizations. Among many activities she served for nearly 20 years as the Marine area member of the District 834 Community Education Advisory Committee and on the Bd. of Directors of the District Retired Educator's organization. Ruth had a very special grace for making friends and those many ever increasing relations, gave her great joy. She was fun loving, deeply caring and generous. Her family and friends will sadly miss her vivacious presence, but will always cherish the special gifts of wonderful warm memories that she gave to all whose lives she touched. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, 11AM, at CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, 105 South 5th St., Marine on St. Croix. Visitation Thursday from 5-8PM at BRADSHAW CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTER, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard, Stillwater (NW corner of Hwy. 36 and Co. Rd. 5), and 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment Oakland Cemtery. Marine. Memorials preferred to American Cancer Society or Christ Lutheran Church-Youth Program. Bradshaw 2800 Curve Crest Blvd., Stillwater 651 439-5511.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Feb. 17, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Geary

11 Entries

Dick and Sandy Meister

February 20, 2005

Lyman and family,

Sorry to have heard of the passing of Ruth.

She was one very wonderful lady.

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.

Dick and Sandy Meister

Joanie St. Peter (Preston)

February 19, 2005

Kevin and Shawn,

I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I have so many great memories growing up in Croixside and Ruth was a big part of that. I'll never forget when, on Halloween, she would dress as a witch, rocking on her chair with scary music in the background. She took time to make things very special for the children in the neighborhood. What a gift she was! My heart goes out to you, your dad, and your families.

Mark and Darlene Mattson

February 18, 2005

Lyman and family,

Please accept our condolences. Ruth touched our lives in her cheerful, fun-loving way as only she could. We will miss her.

Janet Bittman/Kumpf

February 17, 2005

See you all soon...xoxo

Martin Stiepermann

February 17, 2005

Dear Lyman, Shawn ,Leesa, Kevin and Sandy. Getting to know Ruth back in 1987 was one of the biggest gifts given to me in my life.Over the years I couldn´t be more happy to stay at your home so many times and share wonderful moments with you all.Please keep in mind that you all have a very good friend here in Germany that you can always trust in.I will miss her terribly. God bless you all.

Sincerely Martin

Sandy Geary

February 17, 2005

I know I can speak on behalf of Kevin, Connor, Logan and myself when I say we will all miss Mom/Grandma greatly. She sure knew how to set a beautiful table, throw a wonderful party and bring such laughter and sparkle to any event. We all feel so greatful and blessed to have her as such a major part of our lives. Her warmth, love, wisdom and laughter will be with us always. Ruth may be gone but certainly never forgotten. We love you "Classy Lady"

Barbara Arney

February 16, 2005

The Arneys, first Dick, Judy and children, then my daughter Michelle and myself when Dick and I blended our families, knew Ruth to be the kindest, most generous and loving woman. We are greatful to have had the priveledge of being her friend and neighbor. Lyman and family, please accept out sincere sympathy.

The Arney family.

carol Bryant-Bushinger

February 16, 2005

Saddened to learn of Ruth's passing. I worked with Ruth in the Stillwater schools in the 80's and was entertained at her lovely home.

Cynthia Wilcox

February 16, 2005

When I think of Ruth, I remember her sparkling eyes, her smile and laugh, her beautiful silver braid, her wonderful hors d'oeuvres, her ferns, and her sweet, kind, understanding, accepting heart. She will be sorely missed. She may be absent from the body, but she is present with the Lord (2 Corinthians, 5:8). My deepest sympathy and condolences to Lyman, Shawn, Kevin and the entire family.

Love,

Jan George

February 16, 2005

Dearest Lyman and family-

Ruth was one of the great spirits in the valley. I will deeply miss her style, artistic flair and loving heart! Please know she is at peace and watching over you- which in your case Lyman is an absolute necessity. May the love and joy you shared for all those years bring you comfort and peace. Not many of us get to spend a lifetime with our best friend! I love you and will always be near if you need me!

Love and Hugs, Jan George

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