Mrs. Ruth J. Bertrand

November 22, 1924 - September 26, 2015

Ruth J. Bertrand, 90, Green Bay passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2015 at home with her family by her side. Ruth was born on November 22, 1924 in Manawa, the daughter of the now late Edward and Johanna (Wegener) Rechner. Ruth graduated from High School in Appleton. On September 25, 1954 she married Gustave “Gus” Bertrand and the couple enjoyed over 43 years together. Gus preceded her in death on May 7, 1998. Ruth had a passion for reading and even had little notebooks that she kept track of all the books she read. She was a very meticulous person and loved maintaining even the smallest details in her life. Ruth loved to do word searches and never gave up until she got them all. She was a die hard Packer fan and in her younger years she enjoyed going to games with her family. Ruth is survived by 1 daughter Sue Bertrand, Green Bay; a grandson Chris Bertrand and his girlfriend Julia Salomon, 2 sons-in-law Alan Nass, Richard Barch, 1 sister-in-law Florence Bartel. Ruth is further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death 3 daughters Kay Bertrand, Barbara Nass, Mary Jo Barch, 1 sister Mary Rechner, 1 brother Eugene Rechner, she is further preceded by 2 sisters-in-law and 3 brothers-in-law. Gathering of family and friends will be held from 9:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at St. Matthew Catholic Church 130 St. Matthew Street. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 A.M. with Rev. Bob Kabat officiating. Entombment at the Shrine of the Good Shepherd Chapel Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers a Memorial Fund has been established in her name. The family would like to offer a special thank-you to the staffs at Heartland Hospice especially Marya and Jenny for all of their loving care and compassion shown to Ruth. Also, a warm note of appreciation to Didi from Nurse Next Door for her kindness and friendship as well as her loving care. Lastly, Ruth was wonderfully cared for by Dr. Volk and the staff at Green Bay Oncology.