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Ruth Neuhaus Obituary
Elisabeth Vogel
Neuhaus
MERCEDES, TX. - Ruth Emma Elisabeth Vogel Neuhaus went to her heavenly home on February 21, 2009.
Ruth was born on May 20, 1919 and was baptized and confirmed at Christ Lutheran Church in Jacob, IL.
Ruth married Edgar F. Neuhaus on May 28, 1939 and resided in Jacob, IL. until 1947 when they moved to a farm just north of Mercedes, TX. Over the years, they raised cotton, grain sorghum, corn, aloe vera, cattle and hogs. In 1989, they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar in 1989, and also her parents, and 4 brothers: Eugene, Marvin, Edward, and Herb Vogel.
Ruth is survived by her children: Jeanette N. Weber of Harlingen; Vincent and (Suzanne) Neuhaus of Waco; Earl and (Billie Jo) Neuhaus of Mercedes; and Linda and (David) Dolton of Lakewood, CO. She was blessed with 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren and is survived by 3 sisters: Lela and (Merlyn) Hempy of Madisonville, TX, Ruby Dillon, and Loretta and (Robert) Eilers of Mercedes along with 3 sister-in laws, Laverne Neuhaus of Jacob, IL, Lois Vogel of Kansas City, MO, and Helen Vogel of Mercedes and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ruth was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Mercedes, participated in Ladies Aid, was a Sunday school teacher for many years. She was a kind, gracious, and loving mother and grandmother who was a wonderful cook. She loved to make quilts and gave each grandchild a quilt as a wedding gift.
Pallbearers are grandsons: Tim Weber, Paul Neuhaus, Brent Neuhaus, Lance Neuhaus, Kevin Neuhaus, Daniel Dolton and Derek Dolton.
Honorary pallbearers are the grandsons-in-law: Darin Raguse, Daryl Hurst, Billy Gray, and Troy Wilson.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 23, 2009 from 6 PM to 9 PM at Rudy Garza Funeral Home in Mercedes, TX.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 24, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Mercedes, TX at 2 PM.
Interment will follow at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Mercedes, TX.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be given to the Lutheran Hour and/or Immanuel Lutheran Church in Mercedes.
The family would like to thank the staff at Canterbury Court in Harlingen for all their care of Ruth.
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Jerry Joiner
February 26, 2009
To Melissa, Lance, Earl, Billie Jo and all your families, we send our sympathies for your loss.
Connie Wyatt
February 26, 2009
Earl, we were truly saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved mother. We will pray that you and your entire family during this time of sorrow.
Darrell/Yreva Nelson &
Connie Nelson Wyatt
Robert ( Bobby ) Rodriguez
February 23, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Neuhaus and Vogel families. Earl, know that my prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. From one of your Little League friends and classmate.
Judy Kidd
February 23, 2009
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to you in your loss. I pray the Lord will give you strength and comfort as you face the days ahead. Take comfort in your memories of all the times you shared. May God Bless.
The Kidd Family
Christina & Amy Luna/Leija
February 22, 2009
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. We will truly miss her voice. My sister and I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Neuhaus at Canterbury Court. We really enjoyed hearing her sing, now we know she will be singing with Angels in Heaven. May the Lord Bless You All.
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