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Ruth Mulholland Obituary

Ruth Mulholland

Ruth Mulholland nee: Felkins, age 95, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, July 22, rejoining her beloved husband Ramon who preceded her in death. Loving mother of Rebecca (David) Blum, Kathleen (Jerry) Knatz, Jan (Linda) Mulholland, and Michael (Roberta) Mulholland. Very proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 14 great grand children.

Ruth was born in Hall, Indiana and graduated from Indiana University where she met husband Ramon. Ruth was known for her sharp wit, sense of humor, her curiosity about all things and her love for her family. Ruth remained active playing bridge, driving her car, participating in P.E.O. and church and visiting and writing to friends and family.

Her memorial service is Wednesday, July 29, at 10:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn, 550 N. Main St., Glen Ellyn. In lieu of flowers donations to P.E.O. Sisterhood AU.

Donations to be used for local high school student scholarship and should be mailed to Heather Ebl, 695 Western Ave. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137.

For information call Leonard Memorial Home 630-469-0032.

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Jul. 30, 2015.
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Dear Mulholland Family,

I was a Glenbard West high School classmate of Jan's. We were together in Paul Yaeger's first period speech class.

I did not have the opportunity to know Ruth. However by listening to her obituary she sounded like a well-rounded woman. I want to extend my sympathy to everyone.

Janet Snively, my mother, passed on last December 19, 2014 at the age of 91. Mother struggled with congestive heart failure.

Edward Snively

August 5, 2015

Becky (David) and all members of the Ruth Mulholland family, I found the obituary of your mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great-grandmother to be a lady who would have been great fun to have as a friend. The description of her personality traits are pretty close to that of her daughter, Becky. I have seen the family photo taken from Mrs. Mulholland's 95th birthday which showed the great love and respect her ever-expanding family held for her and will always cherish. God Bless.

Linda Pope

July 29, 2015

My heart goes out to all of the Mulhollands. I have many great memories of Ruth and Ray and my parents playing bridge along with many other adventures that they shared. I will always remember having Ruth as a substitute teacher when I was in school. I could never get away with anything because she and my mom were such good friends. I hope that you all share many good memories, hugs, smiles, and some tears this week. Tell a few of your Mom's favorite jokes, and remember how blessed you have been to have had Ruth and Ray as your parents, grandparents and great-grandparents.

Thoughts and prayers to all of you,

Tom Utzinger

July 29, 2015

Mike,
Thoughts go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Keep your mom in your heart and she will forever be with you.
Big hugs,
Julie and David

July 28, 2015

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