Ruth M. Gerdes Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Ruth M. Gerdes of Bath, Illinois, born in Peoria, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 96, on May 10, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth M. Gerdes to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Clarence Vestal and Ruby Vestal (Lindsay); her spouse Verne Gerdes; and her sister Doris Vestal. She is survived by: her daughters, Linda Haegele (John R.), Judy Schafer (Danny Nall) and Lisa Gerdes; her grandchildren, Julie Hampson (Mike) and Brian Schafer (Ann); her great grandchildren, Megan Hampson (Erik Zimmerman), Luke Hampson and Jack Schafer; and her great great grandchildren, Olivia and Lincoln.
Memorial donations may be made in Ruth's name to the Bath Volunteer Fire Department or the charity of the donor's choice.
