Ruth Bernstein
December 17, 1919 ~ October 13, 2015
Ruth passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at her home at Riverview Place in Fargo, surrounded by her loving family.
Ruth Schach was born to Theodore and Meta (Rohde) Schach on December 17, 1919 at Perth, ND. She attended all 12 years at Perth School and was confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church at Perth. Her bible verse was Isaiah 41: 10.
Ruth was united in marriage to Raymond Bernstein on November 29, 1946. They made their home and farmed for 35 years near Durbin, ND. They retired from farming and moved into Davenport in 1980. Ray passed away on July 4, 1996. After his death, Ruth continued to make her home in Davenport until moving to Riverview Place in August of 2014.
Throughout her life, Ruth loved spending time raising her family and working on the family farm. She also worked for American Crystal during harvest times and for Schmitty’s Deer Processing in Davenport.
She loved her time fishing at the lakes, tending to her flowers, and just being “on the go”. For many years, Ruth treasured her weekly card games with her Davenport friends.
Ruth is survived by her three children – Delman (Val) Bernstein of Davenport, ND; Eldon (Vicky) Bernstein of Lisbon, ND; and Garnet (Harold) Kilichowski of Davenport, ND; her three grandchildren – Wade (Dawn) Bernstein of Billings, MT; Owen (Jess) Kilichowski of Minot, ND; and Molly Bernstein of Davenport, ND; two very special great grandchildren – Preston and Adilyn; and her step granddaughter, Amy Compson. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Ray; her son, Duane; and her sister, Helen Mickelson.
VISITATION: 5-7 PM Friday at Fredrikson-Boulger Funeral Chapel in Kindred, ND – and also one hour prior to the service in the church on Saturday
PRAYER SERVICE: 7 PM Friday at Fredrikson-Boulger Funeral Chapel
FUNERAL SERVICE: 10:30 AM Saturday at Canaan Moravian Church near Davenport, ND
BURIAL: Canaan Moravian Cemetery
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Ruth lived a long life and we all will miss her. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Sincerely Carol Merrigan Miller
We had so much fun living across the street from Ruth and Ray years ago. Some of the best times we had! Many good memories and laughs. She was a wonderful lady. Blessed be the memory of Ruth, we will never forget her.
Mark and Carol Mitchell
My condolences to the family at this very difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort in God’s word the Bible at Revelation 21:3,4.
I wish I could be there to give you all hugs and try to say all the appropriate things, but distance separates us but know that my thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. Ruth was an amazing lady and lived a long a full life. She touched everyone that knew her with her grace and charm and that beautiful smile. I loved the twinkle in her eye, that always seemed to be there. She will be missed by all us earthly beings, but Im sure she is having a great time in heaven catching up on things with Ray, family and friends. Til we meet again in heaven Ruth, it was a blessing to have you in my life!!
Ruth’s going to be missed by all who’s life she has touched. She was the classiest farm gal I ever met alway smiling and friendly to all. I always enjoyed being with her.
Ruth was a special lady. She always had the warm friendly smile and always made you feel welcome.
She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.
My sympathy to all of you with the death of Ruth. I have many fond memories of her especially her kindnesses to Brian when we lived in Davenport. She was a very special lady!
Garnet it was sad to hear of your Mom’s passing. I would love to be at the services but will be working or out of town. Know that I am thinking and praying for your family. Hugs.