Ruth A. Shortenhaus's obituary , Passed away on August 24, 2025 in Sioux City, Iowa

Ruth A. Shortenhaus

April 14, 1930 - August 24, 2025 (95 years old)

Sioux City, Iowa

Ruth A. Shortenhaus's obituary , Passed away on August 24, 2025 in Sioux City, Iowa

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Meyer Brothers Funeral Home

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Ruth A. Shortenhaus

April 14, 1930 - August 24, 2025 (95 years old)

Sioux City, Iowa

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Ruth A. Shortenhaus Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on August 24, 2025, at the age of 95, Ruth A. Shortenhaus of Sioux City, Iowa passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth A. Shortenhaus to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Lloyd Oester and Marie Oester; her husband Leon Shortenhaus; her siblings, Lee, Ken and Helen; and her grandson David.

She is survived by: her sons, Dan Shortenhaus (Alicia Klein), Joe Shortenhaus (Darla) of Sioux City, Iowa and Ron Shortenhaus (Holly); her grandchildren, Erik (Sarah), Jeremiah, Landon, Drew and Emma Shortenhaus; her stepgranddaughters, Melissa, Brianna, Nicole and Mackenzie; and her great grandchildren, Caroline, Lou, Quinn, Cecelia and Flynn.

Memorials may be made in her name to Grace United Methodist Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Meyer Brothers Funeral Home



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“Joe, So sorry for your loss! My heart goes out to you and your family! Lots of prayers to you all!🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰 Amy Snodgrass”


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Sep 02

Visitation

Meyer Brothers Morningside Chapel
6200 Morningside Ave, Sioux City, IA 51106

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Sep 02

Funeral service

Meyer Brothers Morningside Chapel
6200 Morningside Ave, Sioux City, IA 51106

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Sep 02

Burial

Memorial Park Cemetery
6605 Morningside Ave, Sioux City, IA 51106

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