Ruth Jean (Kassel) Field Lange Obituary

The family announces the passing of Ruth Jean (Kassel) Field Lange (Cape Girardeau, Missouri) on June 11, 2026. Ruth, born on August 26, 1931, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmore W. Kassel and Neva Ford Kassel; her siblings, E. W. Kassel and Chloe Jane Gibbons; her grandson Eric Field; her children-in-law, Penny Field and Larry Edminsten; her stepchildren, Loretta Kunze and Randy Lange; and her stepgranddaughter Angie Lange.

She is survived by: her children, Kim Przybyl (Cliff) of Shell Knob, Terry Field (Martha) of Apex, Dean Field (Beth) of Shorewood and Todd Field (Jessica) of Jackson, Missouri; and her stepson Steve Lange (Pam) of Jackson. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; 15 step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be given to the First Presbyterian Church in Cape Girardeau or the Cape Senior Citizens Center.