Ruth Scank Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ruth Scank of Charleston, Illinois, who passed away on November 19, 2025, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Scank to show support.
As Ruth departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Ruth. Though Ruth may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Henry Arthur Marrow and Stanislaus Antonette Chapolonis; and her daughters, Darlene Lutz and Heidi Scank. She is survived by: her children, Larry Scank, Jr., Anthony Scank, Gina Dickens (Dave), Kristina Blackburn (Tony) and Cristine Silva. She is also survived by several grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Happiness Bag in Ruth's Memory.
