Ruth Elaine Peterson died unexpectedly December 2, 2020, at her home in Wykoff, Minn.
Ruth was born June 12, 1952, to Gordon and June Oswald. She graduated from Hayfield High School in 1971, and then went to School of Nursing in Rochester, Minn. She became an LPN, and worked for 42 years at Mayo system in Rochester, Minn. After retirement she operated an antique store in Wykoff.
Ruth is survived by her mother, June Oswald of Brownsdale, Minn.; siblings Violet (Bill) Venhuizen of Byron, Minn., Marvin (Marilyn) Oswald of Blue Earth, Minn., Laura Laskewitz of Rochester, Minn., Phillip Oswald of Brownsdale, Minn., and Matthew Oswald of Madison Lake, Minn., sister-in-law Mary (Tim) Oswald Wiltgen, and many nieces and nephews.
Ruth was preceded in death by her father, Gordon Oswald, siblings Mary Oswald, David Oswald, Michael Oswald, Charlotte Oswald, and brother-in-law Ken Laskewitz.
Ruth loved watching movies, planting gardens, cooking, and collecting antiques. She also was a great caregiver to her father, mother and siblings.
Ruth will be laid to rest at a later date in Elk Creek Church Cemetery, Kensett, Iowa.
Ruth will be missed by her family and friends. Blessed be her memory!
Kari & Mike Odenbrett says
Ruth was a dear friend, caring, fun, and so very thoughtful. She was a hardworking person in her amazing RN career, with helping her Mom and family she thought the world of them and shared many good memories on our work commuter bus. She loved people, enjoyed entertaining, and in her last years opened an Antique Store in Wykoff, that had eclectic inventory, she would share the history of the item and loved to sit and chat about life, the way things were in our childhood as we bonded on antiquing, the 1st time we met was at a garage sale and that chance meeting turned into a unbreakable long friendship. She also met Mike and loved his woodworking talent, he repaired and /or refinished pieces of furniture for her as a hobbyist enjoys unique challenges, she had a knack for finding one of a kind pieces. Mike and Ruth grew a friendship of appreciation, caring and just a joy to be around and call a friend.
Ruth, may you rest in peace and may the angels of strength surround your Mom, family, extended family and all your friends during the times of your life celebration.
We miss you, but most of all, we are so honored you were in our life, we have so many good memories.
Our thoughts and blessings sent up by butterfly wings to honor your beautiful spirit!
Erin Abbott says
Oh my dear friend Ruthie. I cried the day I seen your obituary. Ruthie was a long time friend of mine. She was my rock through hard times and good times. I’ve known Ruthie for 40 years. Earl and I were going to take a drive out to visit and then I read you passed away. I would like to be notified when or if there will be a prayer service when she will be put to rest. 🌹🙏
Erin Abbott
Janie Lowrie says
There was never a truer friend than Ruthie.
Susan Nash says
Always enjoyed visiting with Ruth at Los Gables on Saturday mornings. A very nice lady. Will miss her much.
BETTY J. SCHMIDT says
i WILL MISS HER FRIENDLY PERSONALITY AND VISITING ME AT ALL MY GARAGE SALES SITTING IN THE GARAGE WITH ME ANYWHERE FROM 2 TO 4 HOURS LOOKING OVER HER FAVORITE ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES SHE LOVED TO COLLECT. I CANT BELIEVE SHE IS GONE FROM US. SO SORRY