Shiell, Ruth (Raun) 92, Edina MN, April 24, 2024 Survived by her loving husband of 73 years, Wendell, and their children Dell (Diane) Shiell, Marcus (Jeannien) Shiell, Dawn (Bruce) Lees, Rhonda (Don) Hermanson, Heather Shiell, 13 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Inez and Arthur Raun, brothers Vernon and Donald Raun, and daughter Robbyn Shiell. Ruth was born on a farm near Ulen, MN. She graduated from Hillcrest Lutheran Academy in Fergus Falls and received an Elementary Education degree from the University of Minnesota. She had a wonderful career in early childhood education. She also loved to spend time with her family and plan amazing vacations and events. Ruth was a lifelong learner and committed volunteer, often taking leadership roles in her church. She will be dearly missed for her unstoppable zest for life and unconditional love and support for her husband and family. Her Memorial Service will be at 2 PM on Friday, May 31 at Edina Community Lutheran Church. Visitation will be one hour before the service. Memorials preferred to Edina Community Lutheran Church.

Published on May 5, 2024