Ruth Marie Harber's obituary , Passed away on February 5, 2026 in Bensenville, Illinois

Ruth Marie Harber

July 30, 1921 - February 5, 2026 (104 years old)

Bensenville, Illinois

Ruth Marie Harber's obituary , Passed away on February 5, 2026 in Bensenville, Illinois

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Ruth Marie Harber

July 30, 1921 - February 5, 2026 (104 years old)

Bensenville, Illinois

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Ruth Marie Harber Obituary

The passing of Ruth Marie Harber (Bensenville, Illinois) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 5, 2026 at the age of 104. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband Lowell; her parents, Oliver J. Edwards Sr. and Marie J. Edwards (Vanek); her brother Buddy; and her grandson Oliver.

She is survived by: her children, Jon L. Harber (Edna), David O. Harber (Susan) and Nancy Harber; her grandchildren, Violeta, Andrea, Benjamin and Monica; and her brother Oliver J. Edwards Jr.. She is also survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in Ruth's honor to Boys Town, Boys Town, NE; WTTW public television, Chicago; the Bensenville Public Library; or the Bensenville Garden Club Scholarship Fund.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Geils Funeral Home



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180 S York Rd, Bensenville, IL 60106

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