Sandy resident Ruth Schiele died in Gresham with her family by her side Tuesday morning June 12, 2012. She was 82.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday June 16, 2012 at St. Michael Catholic Church.
Ruth Madaline was born on December 7, 1929 in Portland, Oregon to John Jacob and Ruth Ione (Fuller) Roth. She was raised in Portland attending Arleta Grade School and then graduating from St. Rose High School in 1948. After graduation Ruth served in the United States Naval Reserve. She also began her career at Consolidated Freightways holding several positions over the years.
Ruth enjoyed gardening; especially growing roses. She also believed in being connected in her community and was involved in volunteering at St. Michael Catholic Church, Sandy Optomist Club, the Sandy VFW, and the Junior Achievement Organization.
She is survived by her sons, Michael Schiele of Portland, David Schiele of Gearheart, and Andy Schiele of Sandy; daughter Shari Spencer of Lebanon, 12 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
Contributions may be made in Ruth’s name to the Sandy VFW #4273 or the Sandy Optomist Club.