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Ruth Whipps Obituary

Ruth Whipps, 96, formerly of Ursa, Ill., died June 3, 2025, at the Unity Pointe Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. The Triplett Funeral Home in Mendon, Ill. is handling the arrangements.

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Published by Herald-Whig on Jun. 4, 2025.

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David Sellers

June 7, 2025

Fond memories of Ruth and her family; we had a wonderful childhood growing up in Mendon, and people like Ruth, Leonard and her kids, made things even better, many blessings!

Gabe & Bev Gable

June 7, 2025

Our deepest sympathies for you Wayne and all! She was a wonderful woman and a great friend to our mother Mary Ellen!

Helen Vahle

June 5, 2025

Wayne I´m so sorry for you loss. She was one of a kind and the best. Always a hug and a smile when I saw her. My deepest sympathies.

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7

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Triplett Funeral Home - Mendon Location

208 North State Street, Mendon, IL 62351

Jun

7

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Triplett Funeral Home - Mendon Location

208 North State Street, Mendon, IL 62351

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