died Sunday January 10, in Nye Legacy, Fremont.
Ruth was born July 16, 1934 in Lincoln, Nebraska to Peter and Vera (Foster) Bockoven. She moved to Fremont and graduated in 1952. On December 7, 1952, she married Gerald (Jerry) Eskilsen. They lived in Lincoln briefly, then Fremont, joining his parents at Eskilsen Furniture Store, in downtown Fremont. In the 1970's, Gerald and Ruth became the owners operated it until 1986. From 1985 until 2009, they divided their time between Fremont, Wyoming, and Texas. Since 2009, they have resided in Fremont.
Ruth was a member of Sinai Lutheran Church and was active with the bell choir. She was vice president of the Fremont Health Auxiliary, and a 55 year member of Arbor Vitae Chapter 92, Order of Eastern Star. She was a volunteer in the office at Fremont Senior High School.
Ruth was preceded by her husband Gerald in May of 2013, son-in-law Gary Osborne, sister Terry, and parents.
Survivors: 2 daughters Nanette (Dennis) Rix of Fremont
Traci Tank and Kevin of Fremont
son Gerald Jr. (Patricia) Eskilsen of Kennard
grandchildren Christian (Jessica) Osborne of Chesapeake, Virginia
Patrick (Cherish) Osborne of Charlotte, Michigan
Aleasha Dryden of Fremont
Tyler Hilgenkamp of Arlington
great grandchildren Payton and Hallie Dryden
Oliver Orville Osborne
brother Milton Bockoven of Kansas
The funeral service is 10:30 Friday at Sinai Lutheran Church with Rev. Al Duminy. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel will begin at 3 PM Thursday. The family will be present after 5 PM. There is an Eastern Star Service (public is welcome) at 6:30 PM by Arbor Vitae Chapter 92.
Memorials suggested to Sinai Lutheran Church Organ Fund and new Paden Cottage of the Masonic-Eastern Star Home for Children in Fremont.
online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(12)
Gary & Gloria Swingle
Henderson, CO Wednesday, January 27, 2016 We are so sorry to hear about Ruth. She was a very nice person. Our condolences to Ruth's family.Harriett Carlson and family
Rawlins, WY Thursday, January 14, 2016 Ruthie and I were life-long friends. How do you say goodbye to someone you grew up with, shared life's adventures with, laughter and tears, good times and bad? Not to mention our ledgendary celebrations at Seminoe. May the Lord walk beside her, and bring comfort all of you during this time.Mable and Bob Smith
Bullhead, AZ Wednesday, January 13, 2016 Thoughts and prayers with all of you. Ruthie was a wonderful person, friend, and very special lady. Her loving thoughts, caring will be with all of you. It is sad that we can't get one of those special hug or talks. With the deepest sympathy.Kevin J. Johnson
Westport, WA Wednesday, January 13, 2016 To the sweetest woman I will ever know:Heaven is now a better place by having you there.I love you and miss you forever Nana. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories and I'll see you again soon.
Monice Green
Bellevue, NE Wednesday, January 13, 2016 Always remember that a loved one always lives in our hearts.Millie and Barry Becker
Burlington, KY Wednesday, January 13, 2016 Sending you our deepest condolences and keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.Sandra & Randy Powell
Alexander, AR Tuesday, January 12, 2016 We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you & Pat & your family.Randy & Sandra Powell
J Ronald & Alice Johnson
Fremont, NE Tuesday, January 12, 2016 How we will miss this lovely lady. May God keep all of her family close to His heart.Betty Peterson
Denton, TX Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Sleep well my friend, my fellow none.Jim Flanagan
Sinclair, WY Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Ruth was a wonderful lady and a great friend. She will be missed.Maynard & Linda Manka
Fremont, NE Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Nan & family and all family members,Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers as you go through this difficult time of losing such a wonderful lady. Keep the memories made and shared with her in your hearts so you may make this grieving process a little easier. Do not cry because she is gone . . . . . "SMILE" because she lived!
In friendship,
Maynard and Linda Manka
Gary & Tami Kremlacek
fremont, NE Monday, January 11, 2016 Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God Bless.