of Scribner, died Saturday February 28, 2015
at Creighton University Hospital in Omaha
Ruth was born January 1, 1932 in Pleasant Valley Township to Clarence and Lorena 'Jahrmarkt' Spath. She grew up in the Pleasant Valley area and attended District 52 school. She graduated in 1949 from Scribner High School and married Robert Steil in 1949. For 45 years she worked as a waitress in Scribner. She worked at Short's, Dahl's and for Karen Morrison.
Ruth was a member of the United Lutheran Church in Scribner. She served on the church council, as a Sunday School Teacher and the Altar Guild. She was a member of the Library Board and belonged to several bridge clubs. She also enjoyed trips to the casinos.
Survivors:
Sons Stephen (Nancy) Steil of Omaha
Mark (Ruth) Steil of Yankton, SD.
Paul (Barbara) Steil of Lincoln
Grandchildren Kellie Steil, Megan Steil (Fiancé Jay Busby), and Erika (Brett) Sachau
Step-grandson Matt Yerger
Great Grandchildren Dylan Steil, Will & Myah Sachau
Step-great grandchild Grae Yerger
Sister-in-law Helen Spath of North Bend
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Bob, sister Ardene Greiser, brothers Harold & Warren Spath, and sister-in-law Arlene Spath and brother-in-law Marlyn Greiser.
The funeral will be 1pm Tuesday at United Lutheran Church in Scribner. Rev. Dr. Nicki McIntyre will officiate. Burial will follow in the Scribner Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 3pm to 8pm with the family present from 6pm to 8pm at Ludvigsen's Scribner Funeral Chapel. Visitation will continue for one hour before the service at the church. Memorials are suggested to United Lutheran Church.
Online guestbook at www.hooper-scribner.com
Ludvigsen's Scribner Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Condolences(7)
Barbara Tuchenhagen Sappenfield
Tulsa, OK Thursday, March 5, 2015 Your mother was a loving and caring friend who always had a cheerful smile and kind word. My brothers and sisters-in-law will miss talking with her when we come to Scribner.Rob and Pam Kreikemeier
Fremont, NE Tuesday, March 3, 2015 So sorry to hear of your loss. Ruth was such a beautiful lady....inside and out.Jayna Paulsen
Sioux City, IA Tuesday, March 3, 2015 I lived across the street from Ruth. The morning after I had moved in, she came across the street and introduced herself...also stating that her husband had passed the night before. I felt so sad for her. My son, Kirk and I became fast friends with her. He enjoyed helping her with her garden and lawn, and just visiting with her. We moved to Sioux City in late May of 2013, and have missed her dearly. My thoughts and prayers to her entire family and all of her friends. She was a wonderful friend, and neighbor!Joyce Rodick
Bancroft, NE Tuesday, March 3, 2015 To the family of Ruth - I grew up with her being my families favorite waitress, but we called her Ruthie and she loved it. Through all the years of knowing her she always knew me even as we both got older. Her warm welcome, gentle smile and laugh were always ready to share with everyone. She was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed.... but never forgotten.Diane Lindblom
Omaha, NE Tuesday, March 3, 2015 So sorry and saddened by the loss of your grandmother, Erika. I know from how you talked of your grandmother that you shared a lot of great memories with her. May you hold onto and cherish those times. May you find peace knowing that God has taken her home to rest. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.LeRoy & Janis Poppe
Scribner, NE Monday, March 2, 2015 The family of Ruth, We are sorry for your loss. Ruth was such a loving, caring lady. I enjoyed having her bring flowers to the fair for many years and missed her doing so when she had to quit. May your memories bring you smiles, your friends and family give you comfort and God grant you peace. Our sympathy to you all.Mary K. Staicoff
Omaha, NE Sunday, March 1, 2015 A very loving person, a caring cousin but always a friend to all. Love and miss you till we meet again. God Bless, Mary K and Dick.