- Date Of Death: December 27, 2011
- State: Illinois
Ruth M Shanahan, age 99 of Geneva, formerly of Kissimmee, Florida, passed away Tuesday December 27, 2011 at Provena Pineview Nursing Home in St Charles.
She was born October 15, 1912 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Edward and Leona (Hastert) Reckers.
Ruth was a loving and devoted mother and wife. She worked for many years in accounting for the city of Franklin Park. Always one to find joy in life, Ruth was an active member of Elderday Senior Center in Batavia. She also enjoyed the challenges of her daily and weekly crossword puzzles.
She is survived by her children John (Marlene) Shanahan of California and Karen (James) Wiora of Geneva; and grandchildren James (Moira) Wiora and Heather (Brett) Richer.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, William, her parents, and her three siblings.
