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1937
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2025
Ruth Brantner Obituary
December 20, 1937 - March 1, 2025
Ruth Ann Brantner went home to be with her Lord Jesus, 87, died March 1st, 2025, at home. She was born Dec 20,1937 in Omak, Washington to James and Ethel (Brown) Michelsen. She was a very devoted to her faith in God and founding principles which made her who she was.
She worked packing apples in Wenatchee and then went to driving school bus for Entiat School District and also worked in the school kitchen. After moving to East Wenatchee, she also drove school bus for the Eastmont School District.
She is survived by her son James, Son Cody and Daughter Donna 4 grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild. Ruth Ann was preceded in death by her husband Billie Brantner, parents, daughter Lilly Daleine, Great Grand Daughter Terra, and sisters Elizabeth Wilson, Leta Michelsen, Katie Moomaw.
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Randy Andrews
July 13, 2025
Jimmy, Cody and Donna: Your mom was such a nice person. Her laugh would brighten the day. She was always so enthusiastic about projects and events going on in the church.
Donna Slager
July 6, 2025
To the fam. Of RuthAnn. I was friends with Leta and became Ruthanns babysitter when Cody was born. And then Daylene, too. We visited each other in 4 different places over the years. Donna was named after me. I'm sad to lose another friend.
Tina Spencer
July 6, 2025
Ruth Ann. You will be missed. As a youngster I enjoyed our visits and play dates with Dailene. As an adult reconnecting in East Wenatchee. My prayers for your family as they miss you!! Tina (Slager) Spencer
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