Ruth H. Tubbs passed away July 23rd after a struggle with Alzheimer's disease.
Ruth was born February 19, 1928 in Chili, Wisconsin to George and Hazel Osterhaus, 7th of eight children. The family moved to Plainfield in 1929.
Ruth graduated from Plainfield High School in 1945; she attended Stevens Point Teachers College in 1946. She married Bernard Bender on March 29, 1947. He died in 1952. Children were Diane, Michael and Philip Bender.
She married Clifford M. Tubbs in 1956. Children were Rita and Douglas. Clifford passed in 2004.
She is survived by on brother, Jack Osterhaus (Martha), her children Diane F. Weekly (Tom), D. Michael Bender, Philip W. Bender (Debbie), Rita J. Robinson (Harlan), and Douglas C. Tubbs, 8 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and many friends.
She was employed by the U.S. Postal Service for 25 years- 12 years as Postmaster in Plainfield. Ruth was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church and served as choir director for 32 years. She served as trustee on the Plainfield Village Board for 12 years and was a member of the Order of Eastern Star. She was a master gardener.
Ruth had many hobbies: gardening, sewing, crafts, walking group, theater, reading and a life-long lover of music.
She loved her family and friends. She will be greatly missed!
A visitation and memorial service will be held at the Plainfield United Methodist Church on Saturday, August 8th. Visitation will be held from 9- 10:30 a.m., service 10:30- 11:30 a.m., and lunch to follow. A private burial by family will be at a later date.
Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers can be given to Plainfield UM Church, UMC Choir or Plainfield Garden Square.
The family would like to extend our appreciation for the special care given to our mom by the staff of Heartland House- Wautoma and the Compassus Hospice Care Team.
Stahl Funeral Home of Plainfield is assisting the family with arrangements. Please visit, www.stahlfuneralhome.com.
