Died Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Elk Ridge Assisted Living
Ruth was born June 14, 1922 in Scribner, Nebraska to Bernhard and Minnie 'Low' Witt. She was raised in Scribner and graduated from Scribner High School in 1939. She attended Midland College for a year then attended nurses school at St. Joe Hospital in Omaha for 3 years.
Ruth was commissioned a 2nd Lt. and served as a nurse in the United States Army from May of 1945 until October of 1946. She received the American Theater Ribbon and Victory Medal.
On February 22, 1949 she married Willard D. Heyne. They lived on a farm near Uehling for 18 years then moved into Fremont. Ruth was a member of American Legion Post 196 in Uehling and the First Lutheran Church in Fremont.
Survivors:
Children - Nancy Vanis of Omaha
Joann Sauvageau of Tucson, AZ.
Marjorie (Ben) Shomshor of Olympia, WA.
Robert (John Ippolito) Heyne of Uehling
5 grandchildren
6 great grandchildren
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Willard in 2010 and a brother Leonard.
Services for Ruth will be held at a later date.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(2)
Karen Connelly
St. Louis, MO Thursday, December 16, 2021 I am sending condolences on behalf of my parents, Marvin and Jackie Domina from Coleridge, NE. My mother told me tonight on the phone that she tried to call your mother last Saturday but the number was no longer in service so she feared the worst. I decided to see if I could find out any information and found your mother's obituary. My parents adored your parents and enjoyed many very good, special times with them through the years, always mentioning how very kind your parents were to them. My sympathy, and that of my parents, to your family on the passing of your mother. She was a beautiful woman and exudes a kind, loving and gentle personality. I'm sure she is sorely missed. I will pass on the sad news to my parents tomorrow.Barbara Smith Christiansen
Helena, MT Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Joann....... so very sorry for your loss. Losing a parent isnever easy no matter how old we are. I hope you find comfort in knowing many friends are sending you hugs & prayers.
Sincere sympathy,
Barb
FHS 1970 Classmate