Ruth E. Bennett Obituary
We announce the death of Ruth E. Bennett (Quincy, Illinois), who passed away on September 21, 2026, at the age of 86. Ruth will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Doug Otto and Melba Otto; her brothers, Don Dulaney and Dave Dulaney; and her brothers-in-law, Mac Bennett and Dick Bennett.
She is survived by: her husband Middendorf Ltd; her children, Curt Bennett (Stephanie) of Lake Ozark, MO, Debbie Ernst (John) of Quincy, IL, Kathy Oakley (Hal) of Quincy, IL and Julie Southwick (Jim) of Wildwood, MO.; her grandchildren, Christopher Bennett (Ally), Dulaney Bennett, Alexandria Ernst, Olivia Duncan (Chad), Erica Steele (Colton), Ben Oakley, Abigail Oakley (Jon Gluth), Allen Oakley, Clemence Scholl, Kaitlyn Southwick, Erin Southwick and Audrey Southwick; her great grandchildren, Elaina Duncan and Norah Duncan; and her brothers, Steve Dulaney (Janet) and Kent Dulaney (Maxine). She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Memorials: Quincy Public Schools Foundation, Vermont Street United Methodist Church or The Parkinson's Foundation. Memorial donations may be made online at: https://memorials.hansenspear.com.
