Ruth E. Hoelscher

Ruth E. Hoelscher, 86, of Burlington and formerly of Colchester, IL died at 4:15p.m.Thursday, August 19, 2010, at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington. She was born September 2, 1923 in Bethel Twp., to Arthur and Nora (Stump) Cavett. She married Herbert K. Hoelscher June 8, 1942 in Kahoka MO. She is survived by three sons, Laurel F. Hoelscher of Burlington, Leslie W. Hoelscher of Lake of the Ozarks, MO., Steven K. Hoelscher of West Burlington; one brother, John Cavett, of Kirksville, MO.; one granddaughter, Shana J. (Hoelscher) Augsburger of Burlington, and one great-granddaughter, Addilyn Augsburger of Burlington. She was preceded in death by husband, Herbert K. Hoelscher; three brothers, Garnett, Raymond and Richard Cavett and one sister, Edith Cavett. Ruth attended school in Colchester, IL and received her high school diploma from Burlington High School in 1965. Ruth enjoyed her family, friends and church friends. She loved cooking, sewing, knitting, crocheting and bowling. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Emotions Anonymous, Singles Women Club and United Methodist Woman's Meetings. Ruth was employed by Hemp's in Macomb, Campbe...[more]

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Chain in West Burlington, Iowa Ordnance Plant in Middletown, Sweetheart Bakery, Sylvania and Elm View Nursing Home in Burlington. Ruth was a loving mother and will be missed by all who knew her. She was a very faithful servant of God and always there to lend a helping hand. Her constant assurance of faith became her strength for others. A Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 25th, at Lunning Chapel with the Rev. Trevor Davis officiating. Cremation rights have been accorded. A memorial has been established.