I was sad to hear about Ruth. She was such a vibrant and warm person, who embraced life and those around her with warmth and kindness. A bright light has gone to another world, and she will be missed. I will miss her friendly greeting, and the way she could make her eyes appear twice their size when describing her passions, adventures, and travels. I enjoyed working with Ruth and getting to know her.      Our sympathy goes out to her family and many friends who also were touched by her life. Please know that Ruth left all of us with many happy memories of some of the crazy things that she did and said, and the love that she had for family, friends, and life. Ruth lives on in our memories. She left a mark on my life, and I am a fortunate person to have known her.

I loved being friends with Ruth. She had such a sunny smile. I cannot believe I let so much time pass from our last conversation. I will miss her enthusiasm and love for life. She was a very positive force and I'm glad I got to know her.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.  I knew Ruth and the rest of her brothers and sisters when we were children growing up in Derby.  It's always hard to let a family member go and we pray that God will comfort all of you.

I was so sorry to see Ruth had passed.  I worked with Ruth in 1976 and always remembered her because she was so sweet and kind.  I was even more saddened to find out from my husband that they had been working together for the last 2 years and I didn't know it!  I would have loved to reconnect with her.  He, too, had stories of how sweet she was.  Our condolences go out to you and we pray you experience God's peace at this time of loss.

RUTH - I just want you to know what a beautiful person you are.  It made me so very sad to hear of your illness and now your passing.  You will always be remembered, loved and looked up to as one of the best, most admirable persons I know.  My first image that came to mind of you was the day you took your sister and I snorkeling, you had your sister and I go first and you were going to wait on the beach.  I was looking down at the beautiful fish and coral and here came two legs swimming up.  It was you.  You felt we were a little scared (and we were) so you came to assure us you were there for us.  I've truly never met a more vibrant, caring, fun, loving person and I will always remember you and thank you for being such a shining star.    Your friend, Tanis RUTH Olson

Ruth was a very bright spot for our family the short time we got to spend & be with her. She gave us smiles &  laughter that we were missing. She will definitely be missed. May her memory be eternal.

Sometimes in life we make everyone think that we are just 'fine'...and then someone special comes into our lives that lets us know differently...that's just what Ruth was to me that afternoon at work when I was anything but 'fine!' I'll never forget it...Ruth literally pushed me into the cooler and just hugged me until I finally broke down into a big mess of mascara running down my face, a Rudolph red nose, could barely breathe and tears staining her apron! I was a complete mess, but Ruth just kept telling me how beautiful I was! What?! Ruth was the beautiful one that day!!! She lifted me up when I didn't have the will or strength to do it myself, she loved me when I felt unloveable and she showed me that sometimes it's okay to be vulnerable. Thank you sweet Ruth, for everything that you taught me in the bakery...and in that cooler! XO

Ruth, you always had a smile on your face and I'm sure you still do.  From the first time you came with John Pfister to one of our MICA meetings, you became an instant friend with everyone.  Your energy was endless.  You were always adventurous and made us step out of our comfort box.  We know that your zest for life kept you going.  We are saddened for your family that you are no longer there for them but have left much love and memories for them to hold on to.  May the sun continue to shine on your face as you enter your eternal life.  May we all meet again in time.  Peace to you my friend, From Cindy and Tom Shimerda (Omaha, NE) and your many friends in our association, Midwest Insulation Contractors Association.

Ruth looked so familiar when I saw her picture here - it took me a while to figure out how I knew her as it had been a long time since I had seen her. She used to sell Mountain Man Fruit & Candy at the place where I worked. Such a delightful woman! My sympathy and prayers to her family.

When we first met Ruth it was through our Daughter Stephanie, which at that time was engaged to Ruths nephew Jeremy.  You just couldn't help but Love Ruth,  She was always there helping and with such enthusiasm and positive energy.  You could always feel the love that she had for her family, it just radianted from her.  Ruth, we will miss you dearly and we are so greatful that we became a part of your family.  God Bless you, 
Love Randy and Susan Barber

You were such a treasure and hard worker. Always positive upbeat and and a joy to work around. I will miss sharing a good book and a good story.  As tough as it is. I know that you are in a better place but we sure have lost a beautiful person

 Ruth and I met at The Fresh Market. She trained me do work 'the PM shift'. I liked her from the start. We went to 'On The Border' for our lunch break my first day, and came back late. She said "don't worry about it, we work hard and deserve a little extra time". On another lunch break we went shopping at Versona. She really knew how to shop for clothes. I think of her when I wear the clothes I bought that day.  (...And yes, we came back late, again) I treasure the time God allowed me in your life. Love and miss you Ruth!

You were a good friend and an inspiration to those who knew you...your positive energy was contagious!  I'll never forget our lunch at the Old Mill when you told me your special memories of lunches there with your Mom.  I've missed you at work for the last 5 months! I will miss you always!

OBITUARY

Ruth Ann Sheahan

November 29, 1956 – January 12, 2015

DeVorss Flanagan-Hunt Mortuary

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