Ruthie Reffett Obituary

The world bids farewell to Ruthie Reffett of Danville, Illinois, departing on April 24, 2026 at the age of 79. Ruthie leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruthie Reffett to show support.

As Ruthie departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Ruthie may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ruthie leaves behind.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Calvin Osenbaugh and Velma Osenbaugh; her husband Michael Reffett (Mick) of Danville; her sons, William Marquis of Sheldon, Robert Marquis (Kristin) of Watseka and Robb Chapman (Patty) of Lafayette, Indiana; and her stepchildren, Teri Reffett of Potomac, Michael Reffett (Tess) of Alvin and Carol Reffett of Alvin, Illinois. She was also cherished by four grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and step grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Children's Dyslexic Center of East Central Illinois, located in Danville.