Mary Lou Ruhnke Obituary
Mary Lou Ruhnke (Algona, Iowa) passed away on August 12, 2026. Mary Lou, born on November 15, 1934, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Mary Lou will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Mary Lou will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Mary Lou’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, George Schuller and Catherine Schuller (Kenne); her husband Edward Ruhnke; her brother James Schuller; and her great grandchild Anabella Ruhnke.
She is survived by: her children, Michael (Pat) of Carroll, IA, Daniel (Mary) of Boone, IA, Kevin (Mary) of Nokomis, FL, Scott (Darcie) of Johnston, IA and Maureen Thilges (Brian) of Cleveland, MN; her sister Joann Shulenberger (John) of Sioux City, IA; and her sister-in-law Evelyn Ruhnke (Wilbert) of Algona, IA.. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.
