Ruth Marie Jerue
May 9, 1951 — November 3, 2023
Ruth Marie (LaPorte) Jerue, known affectionately as Ruthie, passed away on November 3, 2023, at the age of 72 in Bussey, Iowa. She was born on May 9, 1951, in Paw Paw, Michigan, to George and Edith (VanTyle) Laporte. Ruth was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend.
Ruth had a vibrant personality and a zest for life. She was crowned Miss Decatur in 1969. She enjoyed a variety of hobbies including bowling, golfing, sewing, and watching NASCAR. Ruth was also an avid collector of anything that featured Donald Duck. However, her greatest joy came from spending time with her family and friends.
In her professional life, Ruth had a diverse career. She worked as a secretary for multiple businesses. Ruth was also a talented seamstress, dedicating her life to her craft. Additionally, she worked as a realtor for various companies and served as a member of the State of Michigan Board of Realtors, showcasing her determination and adaptability.
Ruth's memory will forever be cherished by her three daughters, Gina (David) Ward, Stephanie (Kenny) VanderLinden, and Teri (Cory Wiseley) Morgan. She was a proud grandmother to Tyler (Josie) Blaudow, Samantha Ward, Kortney (Zach) Moore, Hailey Groenendyk, and Lane VanderLinden. Ruth was also a doting great grandmother to Everly Gail, Paisley Ruth, and Caiden Lee Moore. She is survived by her special mother-in-law, Marge Jerue, and her siblings Mildred Christians Arendt, Dorothy Meachum, Helen (Bob) Mesko, and George (Pat) Laporte. Ruth is also remembered by her sister-in-law Sharon (Randy) Kuiper, as well as several special nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Ruth was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard (Rick) Jerue, her parents, George and Edith Laporte, her stepmother, Dorthy LaPorte, her grandson Zade Groenendyk, her sister Jane Edith Warner, and her fathers-in-law Richard (Dick) Jerue and John Geasler. She was also predeceased by her brothers-in-law William Meachum, Gene Donovan, Ray Arendt, and Larry Borgman. Nephews Jimmy (JC) Christians and Christopher Borgman.
Ruth's educational journey began at Decatur High School, where she graduated in 1969 then she attended Twin City's Beauty College in Benton Harbor, Michigan, and she also attended Realtor School.
Ruth's memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved and knew her. May she rest in peace.
Memorials may be directed to Ruth's family to be designated at a later date.
Ruth had a vibrant personality and a zest for life. She was crowned Miss Decatur in 1969. She enjoyed a variety of hobbies including bowling, golfing, sewing, and watching NASCAR. Ruth was also an avid collector of anything that featured Donald Duck. However, her greatest joy came from spending time with her family and friends.
In her professional life, Ruth had a diverse career. She worked as a secretary for multiple businesses. Ruth was also a talented seamstress, dedicating her life to her craft. Additionally, she worked as a realtor for various companies and served as a member of the State of Michigan Board of Realtors, showcasing her determination and adaptability.
Ruth's memory will forever be cherished by her three daughters, Gina (David) Ward, Stephanie (Kenny) VanderLinden, and Teri (Cory Wiseley) Morgan. She was a proud grandmother to Tyler (Josie) Blaudow, Samantha Ward, Kortney (Zach) Moore, Hailey Groenendyk, and Lane VanderLinden. Ruth was also a doting great grandmother to Everly Gail, Paisley Ruth, and Caiden Lee Moore. She is survived by her special mother-in-law, Marge Jerue, and her siblings Mildred Christians Arendt, Dorothy Meachum, Helen (Bob) Mesko, and George (Pat) Laporte. Ruth is also remembered by her sister-in-law Sharon (Randy) Kuiper, as well as several special nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Ruth was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard (Rick) Jerue, her parents, George and Edith Laporte, her stepmother, Dorthy LaPorte, her grandson Zade Groenendyk, her sister Jane Edith Warner, and her fathers-in-law Richard (Dick) Jerue and John Geasler. She was also predeceased by her brothers-in-law William Meachum, Gene Donovan, Ray Arendt, and Larry Borgman. Nephews Jimmy (JC) Christians and Christopher Borgman.
Ruth's educational journey began at Decatur High School, where she graduated in 1969 then she attended Twin City's Beauty College in Benton Harbor, Michigan, and she also attended Realtor School.
Ruth's memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved and knew her. May she rest in peace.
Memorials may be directed to Ruth's family to be designated at a later date.
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