Ruth Housman

Ruth Housman

Age 92 of Gardner, passed away Thursday Morning, March 23, 2017 at Heritage Health in Dwight.

Born March 11, 1925 in Morris, Ruth was a daughter of the late Ralph and Florence (Brooks) Stevens. She was raised and educated in Gardner and in 1947 married Andrew Housman. Together they started a family which was Ruth's world. She enjoyed watching her soap operas on ABC, cooking for the whole family and opening her home to anyone in need.  Ruth was Ma, Grandma and Aunt to everyone that knew her.

Survivors include thirteen children: Margaret (Ron) Wendel, Raymond Housman, Donald Housman, David (Jan) Housman, Patricia (Ray) Sox, William Housman, Penelope Runyon, Nathan (Kay) Housman, Richard Housman, Hope (Tony) Wilson, Karen (John) Wilson, George (Angie) Housman and Rhonda Housman; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; one sister: Gloria Olson and several nieces and nephews.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; husband Andrew; three sons: Ralph, Ronald and Warren Housman; one daughter: Marilyn Housman; one grandson: Eric Wendel; two daughters-in-law: Donna and Linda Housman; two brothers: Lyle and Russell Stevens and one sister: Margaret Marigold

Per Ruth's wishes, cremation rites were accorded, and inurnment will be in Braceville-Gardner Cemetery at a later date.

Family and friends may sign the online guest book, upload photographs, or share Ruth’s memorial page by logging onto: www.ReevesFuneral.com

Cremation services and arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd., 203 Liberty Street in Gardner. (815-237-2526)