Ruth Humphrey

Ruth Humphrey

April 02, 1949 - November 15, 2025

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Ruth Ann Humphrey, 76, of DeForest, Wisconsin, formerly of Platteville, Wisconsin, died on Saturday, November 15, 2025.  Private family memorial services will be held at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville.  Pastor Mary Ann Floerke will officiate.  Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Platteville.  The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, is serving the family.  Memorials in Ruth's name may be mailed to PO Box 245, Platteville, WI 53818.  Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.

Ruth was born on April 2, 1949, in Platteville, the daughter of Marion and Dorothy (Manuell) Humphrey.  When Ruth was two the family moved to Pueblo, Colorado, a place Ruth held close to her heart.  Her dad died when she was 7 and they eventually moved back to Platteville, where she graduated from Platteville High School, class of ‘67'.  Ruth for many years worked as a seamstress.

Ruth is survived by her three children, Steven Baker, Sarah (Mike) Chulafich, and Melissa (Mark) Connor; six grandchildren, Tharyn Fortney, Jamie (Tyler) Schwendinger, Michael Chulafich, Nicholas Chulafich, Thomas Connor and Izabella Connor;  two sisters, Emma (Stanley) Jones, Barb (Ron) Kuhls; longtime partner and travel companion, Jim Steinbach nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Charles and Thomas.  

The family wishes to THANK Fountainhead Homes of DeForest and St. Croix Hospice for the excellent, compassionate care they provided.

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michele bartels
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my deepest sympathy to Ruth's family!
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Barb Goss Shultz
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So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother and Grandmother and Sister - If you ask Emmy Lou (that's how I remember her) she can maybe explain who I am - a distant relative - Long long ago, your Mother and her siblings and my siblings used to play together - your Grandmother? lived near us on the farm - Emmy Lou and I kept in touch for quite awhile - Two years ago - I moved to Janesville and lost track of Emmy Lou - I had some great family losses - My sister, Ginny - my husband Roy - my son Mark - my daughter Suzanne lives in J'ville - therefore the move here - I am on Facebook again - I think - would like to get in touch with Emmy Lou again - Once again so sorry for your loss - Take care
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Nancy Broughton
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Dear Jim and Ruth's family... I was so saddened this evening to read of Ruth's passing. Especially coming onto the holidays, one's passing is even more poignant, if that's possible. Ruth and I were in the same class through school, starting with the Lab School. She made a point of attending our class reunions and other gatherings over the years. I was unaware that she had moved to DeForest. I am so very sorry for your loss, and I will be keeping Ruth and all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Peace...Nancy B.
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Stuart Lee Knappmiller
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Fond memories of Ruth and Jim at our last class of '67 PHS reunion. We four shared a table. She has been on my mind, apparently for the past month. Finally saying we are sorry for your loss and trusting you have many fond memories. Stuart

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