Hedvig Josephine Ruff

RUFF, Hedvig J.
Nee Hanson Of the Town of Raymond. Passed away Saturday, February 16, 2002, age 98 years. She came to America in 1904 with her parents, John & Helga Hanson. The family settled in the North Cape area and later moved to the Town of Raymond. She was united in marriage with Harry Ruff on April 5, 1924.

She farmed with Harry, going to the West Allis Farmer’s Market. She was a clerk of the Shumway School in the 1930’s and active in various clubs. She was the oldest member at North Cape Lutheran Church, sang in choir, taught Sunday School and was a member of Rebekah Circle, and a quilter. Hedvig was always a willing worker in church and community and will be remembered for her acts of kindness with her hot dishes, muffins and apple cake.

Surviving are daughters, Lois Lyle Jasperson, and BarbaraRobert Welch. Grandchildren, Alan Paula Jasperson, Janet Jasperson, Tim Welch, Terry Eileen Welch, and Robbyn Don Wilks. Great-grandchildren, Ben, Jacob, Adam and Rebekah Jasperson, Michael and Kristyn Wilks, Eric and Trevor Welch. Sisters Evelyn Nelson and Myrtle Higgins, sister-in-law, Gert Hanson and her wonderful care giver Zita and Zita’s Husband Tony. Also survived by nieces, nephews, friends and many relatives in the country of Norway.She was preceeded in death by her husband Harry, brothers Erling, Carl, Harold, Clarence, and Roy Hanson, and sister, Geraldine Lehman.

Funeral Service will be held Thursday, February 21, 7 PM at NORTH CAPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Hwy 45 & West 5 Mile Rd, Rev. Dean Natterstad officiating. Friends may visit from 4:30 PM until time of service 7 PM. If so desired, memorials to North Cape Lutheran Church or to the charity of your choice appreciated.

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