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Heinsius, Ruth A.
Ruth A. Heinsius, 79, of Marion, died Friday, Dec. 21, 2012, at her home. As per Ruth's wishes, there will be no services. A private family inurnment will be at a later date. Brosh Chapel in Cedar Rapids is assisting the family.
Ruth was born Dec. 27, 1932, in Solon, the daughter of Russell and Lillian (Brokel) Heinsius. She graduated from Solon High School. During high school, and for many years after, she was active with basketball and softball teams. Ruth worked at Solon State Bank for five years, before going to work at Rockwell, where she worked for over 32 years. She retired in 1989. Ruth enjoyed yard work, gardening, watching sports, including the Hawkeyes, Packers and the Cubs.
Ruth is survived by her two brothers, Jim Heinsius of Cedar Bluff and Chuck Heinsius of Olin; a sister, Mardelle Ledbetter of Chappell, Neb.; and a longtime friend, Jan Teeter.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Tom Heinsius.
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Published in The Gazette Dec. 25, 2012.
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