Ruth Kemp Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Ruth Kemp of Normal, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Ruth left this world on January 4, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Kemp to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Chester Bagosy and Edna Bagosy; and her husband Denny Kemp. She is survived by: her children, Sherri Old (Phil) of Naples, Florida, Kathy Brown of Asheville and Michael Kemp (Tara) of Normal; her son-in-law David Schultz of Normal; her grandchildren, Alex Schultz, Hilary Houk (Josh), Konner Brown, Klaire Brown, Karsen Kemp and Ashleigh Killian; and her great grandchildren, Malachi Barnes, Westlynn Houk and Makena Houk.

Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church or OSF Peace Meal.