Ruth Charlotte Gertz

Gertz, Ruth C. (nee Beyer), Age 89 years. Passed away on March 25, 2005, in the gentle, loving care of staff at Ruth Hospice. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 42 years, William ''Bill'' G. Gertz. Beloved aunt of the late Linda Lewek, and Sheila Beyer of Virginia. Further survived by nephew-in-law, James Lewek, great nieces Kimberly, Charmaine, Robin, and Kristen Lewek, and great great niece D'Mia and great great nephew, Marcus, all of Virginia. Ruth was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church and its Ruth Guild. She was also an active member and volunteer at the Mitchell Street Senior Center. Ruth and her husband, Bill, had a large, but close, circl of cherished relatives, friends and neighbors with whom they shared a lifetime of wonderful experiences. RIchard and Janet Romanowich, dear friends and neighbors of 37 years, shared a very special bond with Ruth and Bill, one of love and compassion, and marked by unselfish sharing and caring. Funeral Service Wednesday, 11 AM at GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 3030 W. Oklahoma Ave. Entombment Wisconsin Memorial Park on Wednesday 1:30 PM. Please meet at the Cemetery on Wed. In lieu of flowers memorials to Grace Ev. Lutheran Church or Ruth Hospice, 8300 W. Beloit Rd. appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 10 AM to 11 AM at the church. Please meet directly at the church on Wednesday for visitation and service.