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Ruby Iola Vetterhus Johnson

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Birth	:	14 Sep 1919 South Dakota, USA
Death	:	20 Feb 2016 Pasco, Franklin County, Washington, USA
Burial	:	Fir Lane Memorial Park, Spanaway, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate	:	47.0970650, -122.4196014
Description	:	Ruby Iola Vetterhus Johnson came into this world on a Sunday afternoon, September 14, 1919. She was born to Ove Vetterhus and Almina (Hagestad) Vetterhus near Brandt Lake, South Dakota. Her mother and father chose her name. It was a choice between Opal and Ruby, both precious stones, and her dad chose Ruby. She was the 6th child born to them with only her and her older brother John surviving. From her parents Ruby learned to always make the best of things, don’t turn your back if you can help in some way, and try to see the humor in most... Read More	Ruby Iola Vetterhus Johnson came into this world on a Sunday afternoon, September 14, 1919. She was born to Ove Vetterhus and Almina (Hagestad) Vetterhus near Brandt Lake, South Dakota. Her mother and father chose her name. It was a choice between Opal and Ruby, both precious stones, and her dad chose Ruby. She was the 6th child born to them with only her and her older brother John surviving. From her parents Ruby learned to always make the best of things, don’t turn your back if you can help in some way, and try to see the humor in most situations and to save and work hard. Ruby said she loved her own family as her mother loved her. Ruby spent a lot of time with her grandmother and learned much about her Norwegian heritage and the language. Ruby completed her schooling in Colton, South Dakota. Ruby married Jerry Johnson and they owned several businesses in the Colton area. Throughout her life she still considered Colton her home. Ruby and Jerry had 3 children, Sharon, Stephen and Suzanne. In 1966 the family moved to Washington State. Ruby enjoyed the outdoors gardening and watching her birdfeeders. She also enjoyed her cats! They always seemed to find her, and her kind heart could never send them away. Ruby loved books and had a very special gift for writing. Ruby had a quiet, gentle strength and a quick wit. She was deeply loved by her family and will be greatly missed. Her spirit is carried on by her children: Steve (Corinne) Johnson, Sharon Burger and Suzanne (Paul) McFadden-Miller; her grandchildren Vicktoria (Bill), Todd (Barbara), Jody (Jeff), Michelle (Dan), James (Michelle) and Jerrod; 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by both of her parents, her brother, her husband and 2 son-in-laws Frank and Denis. Ruby died at home in Pasco, WA on February 20, 2016 at the age of 96. We will celebrate her life with a graveside service at Fir Lane Memorial Park 924 E. 176th St. Spanaway, WA, at 11:00am on Saturday, February 27, 2016, with refreshments and conversation to follow at the Gateway Cottage 124 146th St S, Tacoma, WA. Please join us

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Where is Ruby Iola Vetterhus Johnson's memorial?
Ruby Iola Vetterhus Johnson's memorial is located at: Fir Lane Memorial Park, Spanaway, Pierce County, USA.
When did Ruby Iola Vetterhus Johnson death?
Ruby Iola Vetterhus Johnson death on 20 Feb 2016 in Pasco, Franklin County, Washington, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Ruby Iola Vetterhus Johnson's memorial?
Latitude: 47.0970650
Longitude: -122.4196014

Family Members:

Parent

Spouse

Jerome M Johnson

(1917 - 1972)

Siblings

John K Vetterhus

(1909 - 1971)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Fir Lane Memorial Park
Spanaway, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0970650, -122.4196014

2. Spanaway Cemetery
Spanaway, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0972140, -122.4313720

3. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery
Tacoma, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1329600, -122.4211120

4. Parkland Lutheran Cemetery
Tacoma, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1328940, -122.4253230

5. Wren Family Cemetery
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0349760, -122.4561880

6. Bethany Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.0161514, -122.3700027

7. Mountain View Memorial Park
Lakewood, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1794014, -122.4916992

8. Jeschke Cemetery
Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0026016, -122.4599991

9. Smith Cemetery
Roy, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0004997, -122.4535980

10. Home Of Peace Cemetery
Lakewood, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1781006, -122.5081024

11. Old Settlers Cemetery
Lakewood, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1486110, -122.5472220

12. Woodbine Cemetery
Puyallup, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1711006, -122.3005981

13. Calvary Cemetery
Tacoma, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1921997, -122.5038986

14. Old Pioneer Cemetery
Tacoma, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1907501, -122.5086517

15. Camp Lewis Cemetery
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0616989, -122.5830994

16. Steilacoom Masonic Cemetery
Lakewood, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1497460, -122.5737970

17. Byrd Cemetery
Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1847160, -122.5348600

18. Tacoma Mausoleum
Tacoma, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.2087212, -122.4773712

19. Pauper County Public Cemetery
Tacoma, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.2096000, -122.4759000

20. Oakwood Hill Cemetery
Tacoma, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.2097015, -122.4775009

21. Tacoma Cemetery
Tacoma, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.2118988, -122.4766998

22. Western State Hospital Memorial Cemetery
Lakewood, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1734010, -122.5589840

23. King Hill Pioneer Cemetery
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0132330, -122.5598660

24. Orting Cemetery
Orting, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0788350, -122.2314030