Ruth Babb's obituary , Passed away on March 19, 2025 in Newman, Illinois

Ruth Babb

May 21, 1937 - March 19, 2025 (87 years old)

Newman, Illinois

Ruth Babb's obituary , Passed away on March 19, 2025 in Newman, Illinois
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Ruth Babb

May 21, 1937 - March 19, 2025 (87 years old)

Newman, Illinois

Ruth Babb Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ruth Babb in Newman, Illinois, who passed away on March 19, 2025 at the age of 87. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Babb to pay them a last tribute.

As Ruth 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 Ruth may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ruth leaves behind.

She was predeceased by: her parents, George Bosch and Grace Bosch (Berns); her husband Jim; her son Jerry Duckworth; and her siblings, Marge, Maxine, Rose, Tom and George.

She is survived by: her sister Nellie Mullins of Mahomet; and her grandson Kyle Duckworth (Allison) of Danville. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren.



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4112 W Bloomington Rd, Champaign, IL 61822

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