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Ruth M. (Jobusch) Schramm, 90, of Bloomington passed away Saturday, May 8, 2010 at the Bloomington Hospital in the company of her family. Born, September 6, 1919 in Collinsville, Illinois, she was the daughter of Louis C. and Mathilda “Tillie” (Coupin) Jobusch. Ruth lived in Marion, IN from 1946 to 2007, before moving to Bloomington in 2007. She was a Registered Nurse at the Ravinia School in IL, and a member of the St. Paul Catholic Church in Marion, IN, where she was a volunteer nurse for the school. Ruth was a member of the Catholic Nurses Association, the Grant County Nurses Association, the Rosary Society, the MGH Auxiliary, the Hostess House and the Meshingomesia Country Club. She was also a member of the Resident Board at the Meadowood Retirement Community in Bloomington, IN. She attended the University of Illinois for two years and was a graduate of the St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing in Evanston, IL. Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth “B.K.” Maher (Frank) of Chicago, IL, Jeanne M. McLelland (Steve) of Bloomington, two sons, Don L. Schramm (Lee) of Deer Park, IL, H. Larry Schramm (Cathy) of Palatine, IL, 11 grandchildren, Michelle Cooper (Ben), Kristen Willard (Marc), Ryan, Bethany, Brian Scott, Lindsey, Sara and Grant, six great-grandchildren, Thomas, Catherine, Andrew, Noah, Nathaniel and Adam. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Harry L. Schramm (1996), a granddaughter, Lisa Beth Maher (1977), and a grandson, Kevin Maher (1994). Father Bob Keller will officiate a funeral Mass at 10:00am Friday, May 14, 2010 at the St. Paul Catholic Center in Bloomington, IN. A graveside service will be Saturday at the Assumption Cemetery in Glenwood, IL. The Funeral Chapel of Powell and Deckard 3000 E. Third St. in Bloomington are handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the Kevin Maher Scholarship Fund c/o Marian Catholic H.S., 700 Ashland Ave., Chicago Heights, IL 60411.

Hi Larry -

Yvonne and I send our deepest condolences during this difficult time. Your family will be in our prayers.

~ John Gutierrez

John Gutierrez - signed on: 06/10/2010

May it comfort you to know that friends are thinking of you and remembering you in their prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Debbie (Bennett) Benham (Virginia Beach) - signed on: 05/23/2010

Were were very saddened to learn about the passing of your mother.
Please accept our condolences, on behalf of all of the Merritts.

Hugh, CL, and Jan Merritt - signed on: 05/19/2010

We have may found memories of you mother and father when Harry was the Abbott Rep and our family ownd the Pharmacy in LAFontaine. We are praying for you and offer our condolences on the loss of you Mother.
Sincerely,
The Chekouras Family

Chekouras Family - signed on: 05/18/2010

We were saddened to hear about the passing of your mother. She was a good friend and neighbor. We missed her when she moved away from Marion. She will be in our prayers.

With sympathy,
Janice Rennie
Jim, Barb, Doug, and Carole

Janice Rennie and Family - signed on: 05/17/2010

In this hour of sadness, may the sincere sympathy of your friends help to comfort you.

I am sorry for your loss. I spent many hours as a child with your family. Great memories.

Diane (Kriegbaum) Hutcheson

Diane (Kriegbaum) Hutcheson - signed on: 05/15/2010

John and I were saddened when Mom called to tell us of Ruth's passing. So many good memories of the Schramms and the Hopens are on my mind. I especially think of visiting Siesta Key during Spring Break each year while our parents wintered in Florida. Dad would say the only decision he and Harry would make was which golf course to play and then Mom and Ruth had to help decide with where to go for dinner. As I spent time with them, I realized how important it was for my parents to have Ruth and Harry as friends. Ruth was so beautiful outside and most importantly inside. Her kindness and thoughtfulness was evident as she showed interest in our children and often asked about them. When Ruth moved to Bloomington to be with Jeanne and her family, I missed seeing her in church on Sunday or out with friends at the County Club. The Schramm children and grandchildren are products of a loving and caring mother and grandmother. The Hopen and Earnest families are praying for strength and peace as we adjust to her loss. Linda Hopen Earnest

Linda Earnest - signed on: 05/13/2010

Larry,
Please accept my condolences for your mother's death. What a great lady. Seeing her picture in the Marion Chronicle Tribune obituary brought back a lot of memories. It has been a very long time since we've had contact with you and your family but I remember how friendly and fun your folks were. If I'm remembering correctly, when we were kids your dad was the "vitamin man." We will pray for you and your family.
Chad Davis

Chad Davis - signed on: 05/13/2010

Don and Lee,
Don, as I read about your mom I learn about the wonderful woman she was and know from where you received your caring, considerate and generous spirit. I am sorry we are not able to be with you during this difficult time but pray that the promises in God's word be your hope today, your peace tomorrow and your comfort always.
With our sincere sympathy,
Kim & Roy

Kimberlie Streed - signed on: 05/13/2010

Hello B.K. and family. So sorry to read of your Mom's passing. She was such a super lady and of course one of "The Moms" of the Class of '64. Reading the obituary today so many memories came flooding back, she was such a part of our "growing up". Volunteer school nurse, I had forgotten this until today. I recall, in grade school, that "dreaded head check" done at least once a year by the nurses. I had no idea what they might be checking for back then, I just knew it must be something "bad". There were always "rumors" it was "bugs" or a "rash". I was always relieved when your Mom was one of the nurses doing the "checking" because I believed, since she knew us all so well, that even if she found "something" she wouldn't tell anyone.
I remember all those many winter days, when the ponds were frozen, your Mom would open the door and her house with a smile, to 10, 15, 20 of us,with all of our gear and clutter, so that we could ice skate on the ponds near your home and act like it was nothing. Having now raised my own kids it wasn't something that every one is prepared to do, but your Mom did it often and happily and generously. We probably never thanked her enough but hopefully she knew, that we knew, it was a very special thing to do and we loved her for it.
Judy

Judy Holland - signed on: 05/13/2010

I'm sorry too hear your mother has passed away.It was ironic just a couple days ago, I was driving by your old neighborhood on Chapel Pike and was thinking of you Larry, and your mother.God Bless. Kent Seavers

Kent Seavers - signed on: 05/12/2010

BK, Donald, Jeannie and Larry...

I'm praying with you and for you as I think kind thoughts of your Mom. I am enjoying many happy memories of the Schramm family while we were growing up in Marion, Indiana.

Helen and Jim Organ had always prayed that they would share being "in laws" with your parents. Thank God Ruth and Harry, let alone BK, were spared my trauma and drama!

Today I drove by Ruth's home on Candlewood and then over to your childhood home off Quary Rd. We had fun parties in the garage and Ice Skating bonfires at the pond.

I send loving thoughts of Harry, Ruth and ya'll.

Michael Organ

Michael Organ - signed on: 05/12/2010

To Betty Kay & family & siblings : My mother, Mary, was very saddened to hear of your mother's passing. Mary and Ruth were in the Study club together and often served on numerous school activities thru the years at St. Paul's and Bennett. We both remenber Ruth as a kind, caring nurse and mother. Ruth welcomed me into the Catholic and Grant county nurses clubs when I moved back to Marion. She was always so happy and generous with her talents. Mom regretted losing touch with Ruth in the past few years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Mary Ann (Petrucce) Gates & and Mary Petrucce.

Mary Ann ( Petrucce) Gates & Mary Petrucce - signed on: 05/12/2010

What a shock it was to read of your mother's passing. Mike Organ,Pat & Susie Gartland, Harry and I were just talking about her last night. What a wonderful lady. Speaking of your mother always brings a tear to my mothers eyes as she remembers her so gently taking care of my Dad at his death. I will always remember both your Dad and Mom and the support they always gave to the kids. Great people!! Big shoes to fill!! They are missed. Please take comfort in all of the fabulous memories you have and the faith you have that they are now joined together in a more peaceful place. Jane Finch

Jane Finch - signed on: 05/12/2010

Ruth was a very neat lady....I did her hair a few years in Marion while working at Kathleen's....I considered her to be one of my very favorite clients.....

Patty Hunt - signed on: 05/12/2010

Jeanne and B.K.
I am saddened to hear about your motherâ��s passing. It was an honor to have worked with you and your mother during her move to Meadowood in 2007. She enjoyed all the hard work the two of you did to make this transition as easy and as comfortable as possible for her. She was very proud of her children and grandchildren and took pleasure in telling stories as I hung photos and placed other treasures around her apartment. I looked forward to her stories in each of my subsequent visits. Her generosity was unbounded as she permitted her unit to be a showcase for others moving to Meadowood. Her spirit touched many people in Bloomington as it has mine. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With sympathy,
Becky Gavin

Becky Gavin - signed on: 05/12/2010

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