passed away on September 25, 2024 at Nye Courte in Fremont.
Ruth was born January 28, 1934 to George and Leola 'Moeller' Wolf at home in Rural Dodge County east of Winslow, near the Clark Creek. Ruth was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church east of Hooper, and attended school at the one room Wolf School House, then later Immanuel Lutheran. She graduated from Hooper High School in 1951. After graduation she worked at the Dodge County Courthouse until her marriage to Kenneth Bartling on July 27, 1952. They lived in Rhode Island while Kenneth served in the United States Navy. They moved back to Nebraska in 1954 where they operated a dairy farm and raised their five daughters.
At a young age it was apparent that Ruth loved music and learned to play the accordion and piano. She also had many fond childhood memories of growing up along the Clark Creek. After her marriage Ruth enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking and helping out wherever needed on the farm. She cherished her family and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
In Ruth and Ken's retirement years they enjoyed traveling, with some of the years spent doing short term mission projects. She always shared her faith in the Lord and would add ''God Is Good All The Time'' to most conversations. They resided in Brownsville, TX, and returned to Fremont in the spring of 2006. They were members of Trinity Lutheran Church, where Ruth was active in her Circle and quilting groups.
Survivors include her husband of 72 years Kenneth; son-in-law Rich Hall; daughters Georgine (Bruce) Bellamy; Gina (Noel) Peters; Grace (Dave) Black; Gay (Glenn) Blomendahl. Sixteen grandchildren, Kendra Hall, Kelly (Cody) Hansen, Kacie Hall, Jeff (Stephanie) Bellamy, Mindy (Matt) Darling, Bradley Bellamy, Katie (Gary) Settje, Paul (Laura) Peters, Rebecca (Joel) Brabec, Maria (Alex) Wynn, Carolyn (Reggie) Rector, Danny (Jennifer) Black, Cole (Candace) Blomendahl, Shane (Kara) Blomendahl, Luke (Amy) Blomendahl, Noah Blomendahl, and 29 great grandchildren.
Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, sister Bernice Maurer, and daughter Gwen Ruth Bartling Hall.
The funeral will be 10:30am, Monday, September 30, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fremont. Lunch will follow the service. Burial will follow the lunch at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery east of Winslow. Visitation will be Sunday from 2pm to 4pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Memorials are suggested to Nebraska Right to Life or Life Choices of Fremont.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(5)
Sandy Roemer
Fremont, NE Friday, October 4, 2024 Gina so sorry to read of your mom's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Peace to you knowing she is home and loved.Janis K Poppe
Scribner, NE Monday, September 30, 2024 Gina and Noel and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. With sympathy and love, JanisMichelle Thurman
North bend, NE Sunday, September 29, 2024 Ruth was a very sweet kind lovely lady that loved her load Jesus husband and daughter she always had kind words and smile so glad I got to meet u all and enjoyed taking care of them they always had a stories to tell she will be missed by allArlan Bartling
Fort Myers,, FL Sunday, September 29, 2024 Ruth has reached her life ambition. Home with her Heavenly Family. For Many years Barbara and I had this wonderful Lady for a Neighbor. Her love & caring is shown by the beautiful children, grandchildren and great grandchildren her on earth.Larry and Penny Brink
Fremont, NE Friday, September 27, 2024 Ruth Bartling is a kind, gentle soul and a dear Christian. We remember her for her sweet personality. Thankful she's in her eternal home. Our sympathies to Ken and their daughters as they grieve. You will see her again. Larry and Penny