Ruth Fricke, 75, of Quincy died Jan. 16, 2007, at her home.
She was born Jan. 24, 1931, in Table Grove, a daughter of John and Hattie Emery DeMott. She married Kenneth Fricke on July 3, 1960, in Vermont. He died July 4, 2006.
She also was preceded in death by three brothers, Ross, Russell and Harold DeMott; and one sister, Pauline DeMott.
Surviving are one son, Steve (and Eva); and one grandchild.
She graduated in 1949 from VIT High School in Table Grove.
Services were held Jan. 22 at Union United Methodist Church in Quincy. Burial was in Sunset Cemetery in Quincy. Duker and Haugh Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.