Contributions to the tribute of Ruth Marion Durrer

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Jeanne, I was sorry to read of your Mom's passing. She was a lovely lady. I missed seeing you both after doc retired. But you are thought of often. My sincerest condolences. Adrian Stoddard

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A tree was planted in memory of Ruth Durrer

Friday, July 10, 2020

Remembering Aunt Ruth in our minds and in our hearts. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree

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Peggy & Alan Troxel posted a condolence

Friday, July 10, 2020

Aunt Ruth was a hoot. She was always engaged and receptive to everyone around her and greeted each person with love and caring. She always seemed to love life and to enjoy whatever situation she was in. We were at her 90th birthday celebration and had planned to attend her 100th. It always gave us a wonderful feeling to know that such a kind, caring person shared the planet with us. We will miss her greatly.

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Jeanne Posted Jul 11, 2020 at 3:24 PM

Dear Peggy & Al, Thank you so very much for your wonderful memories. Her smile and laugh and her welcoming heart were the best! Love, Jeanne and Bill

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Kevin & Christine Yandura posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

We will miss Mrs Durrer! She always was very kind and welcoming during our frequent visits during my childhood. Her delicious cookies always made me happy. Rest in peace.

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Jeanne Posted Jul 7, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Thank you, Kevin and Christine. Mom always had a welcoming heart, and her carrot cookies were legendary. Jeanne and Bill

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Pat drucker planted a tree in memory of Ruth Durrer

Monday, July 6, 2020

With your mom looking out for it, this might be one plant I cant kill! And I know she loved her plants. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree

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Joyce Nelson posted a condolence

Sunday, July 5, 2020

I first met Phil's Aunt Ruth at my first Alexander Reunion in Montrose, at a picnic at the park along the river. What a delightful, fun lady! I think that was maybe 27 years ago. Ruth was so happy to see her extended family again, and she seemed happy to meet and chat with me, even though I was expecting her to be mostly interested in her relatives that she already knew. I remember she and Jeanne spent a fair amount of time talking and laughing with Phil, and his sisters Ruth and Martha. And she really smiled with genuine warmth as she spoke with our two little girls and Phil's son Erik. I learned that Aunt Ruth was "holding the Fort" for her generation of Alexanders. And she did that so well! Our next visit together our younger "little girl" was now grown up and gainfully employed and driving her parents to a Thanksgiving Day with Aunt Ruth and Jeanne in Joliet. So many years later - 24? We all laughed and shared stories, and family memories and Alexander history. And Aunt Ruth was engaged and happy and even remembered me after just that one day along the river. I am so glad we spent that Thanksgiving with her and with Jeanne. I was hoping for another visit this summer, Aunt Ruth. But you had another journey to make. Blessed travels.

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Jeanne Posted Jul 6, 2020 at 11:50 PM

Dear Joyce, Thank you for these beautiful memories. Mom and I loved your visit that Thanksgiving. I wish Bill could have been there, too. Jeanne and Bill

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Philip Nelson posted a condolence

Saturday, July 4, 2020

My Aunt Ruth was the youngest of the Alexanders, my Mother was the oldest. There were six in between, all raised on the farm. I remember them almost as one from my childhood--the smiles, the genuine hellos, the humor, the happiness. As I grew I learned about integrity, determination, the value of work, and care for family. Truly a trove of memories and a generation worthy of remembrance.

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Jeanne Posted Jul 6, 2020 at 11:52 PM

Thank you, Phil. Those values truly guided all of the Alexanders as they lived their lives and became positive role models for our generation. Jeanne and Bill

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Jack Stucko posted a condolence

Saturday, July 4, 2020

Aunt Ruth has been a special and honored member of the Alexander family. Memories of her 90th birthday celebration and attendant Alexander family reunion with attendees from across America was a positive life event. Thanks Jeanne for all that you've done for your mom Blessings!

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Jeanne Posted Jul 6, 2020 at 11:54 PM

Jack, Thank you for these wonderful, kind words. Jeanne and Bill

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Friday, July 3, 2020

Ruth Marion Durrer

1920 - 2020

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