We helped Ruth at Waterworth liquor store in Havana Illinois stock the beer coolers. She was fun to work with. 

Ruthie, 
Oh where to begin.  We met when I lived in Havana when I lived across the sidewalk from you.  I lived in a terrible and abusive marriage and you were my rock more times than I can count.  I remember whoever was watching MTV we would run across the sidewalk when our favorite songs would come on.  I still see your face when I hear The Longest Time or Uptown Girl by Billy Joel.   We both moved away from Havana and didn’t get to see each other much, but I’ll always remember the laughter and the tears, and one of the best friends I ever had.  I love you, Ruth, Rest In Peace until we meet again.  

Ronnie, I am so sorry for your loss. 

Candy Wendt

Oh where do I begin, it was so many years ago we meet, remember you & I lived in state street . You , Teri & I would watch them golden girls every week before work. You would have your soda, we would have coffee and then one day we decide we was them golden girls. You was Blanche, Teri was Rose & of course I was Dorothy.  Oh the laughs we all shared were endless, so many stories to tell, but we sure were enjoyed every th hung we did. To Run & her family I am more than sorry, to her person Teri , I am so very sorry Rose. Ruth loved you she did it not lol eat h out !!!I was blessed to have a good friend as you over the years. I will treasure our memories 4 ever my friend. 

I met this sweet friend 20 years ago on the red eye from Vegas- fate and luck sat us next to each other- we talked the whole 6 hours and  immediately became friends- we have stayed in touch ever since- we had always planned on seeing each other again someday but just never did it- lesson learned - we fortunately got to catch up on the phone a few weeks ago-a truer friend I never had- I love you Ruthie-I am heartbroken - I can only hope you realize the enormous impact you had on so many people that loved you-  till we meet again- love. Beth

I dont even know where to begin, those silly birds of yours in the early 80s  and that laugh your kindess and great wit, you always made me chuckle, I will l miss your stories and your love for life. I love you dear Ruthie no more pain or sadness , see you again one day OZZIE



My dear sweet twin.  To say I am heartbroken is an understatement.  I love you.  Soar with the angels and rest well my dear friend.  Until we meet again. <3

Ruth was a good friend she was a friendly worker at the Waterworth liquor store in Havana.  We helped her stock coolers and was there to help her close and be safe 

                                                                                    Love Lives On
                                                                Those we love remain with us
                                                                 for love itself lives on,
                                                                 and cherished memories never fade
                                                                 because a loved one is gone.
                                                                 Those we love can never be
                                                                  more than a thought apart,
                                                                  for as long as there is memory,
                                                                  they'll live on in our heart..

Ruth, you have always had the biggest heart, the kindest spirit.  An original hippie, always positive even to the end.  I enjoyed our visit in September when I was home.  Our shared love of plants and music, as well as our many similarities always will be with me as I keep you tucked in my heart.  I love you and will miss you dearly.  Fly high sweets.  Until we meet again.  Judy

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Ruth Ann Trimpe

September 12, 1951 – July 22, 2018

Preston-Hanley Funeral Home & Crematory

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