She was born November 21, 1928 in Springfield, the daughter of Hamilton and Ruby Ruth (Conner) Register. She married Herbert E. Scothorne June 6, 1948 and he preceded her in death February 14, 1998. She was also preceded in death by a son, Richard Scothorne in 2009 and a dear friend, Raymond Reed.
Ruth worked for Horace Mann Insurance Co and then retired from Bunn-O-Matic Corporation after 17 years of the service there. She was a devoted member of Knox Presbyterian Church in Springfield. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Daughters of the Nile.
She is survived by her daughter, Pamela Whitehead of Springfield, her grandchildren: Shelly Stark of Riverton, IL, Scott (Amanda) Meyer of Chatham, IL, Stacey (Dan) Madsen of Streamwood, IL, Steven (fiancé Megan Heyan), Arden Whitehead, Christopher Scothorne all of Springfield, IL and David Scothorne of TN, eight great grandchildren and her daughter in law, Rhonda Scothorne.
Arrangements are in the care of Bisch Funeral Home West 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd. Springfield, IL where the family will greet family and friends Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 4-7 pm. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 am Friday, May 7, 2021 at the funeral home with Pastor Paula Carmichael officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park, Springfield, IL
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Susan G. Komen at komen.org or the Animal Protective League.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.bischfuneralhomewest.com
Arrangements: Bisch Funeral Home West. 217-544-5424
