Ruth Ann Elscott
February 25, 2021
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Ruth Ann Elscott, 85, passed away on February 25, 2021 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. She was born in New Sharon, Iowa on January 20, 1936, to Arthur and Dorothy (Johnson) Burggraaf.
Ruth Ann loved flowers and babysitting, she enjoyed knitting and quilting. Ruth Ann was a great cook. She graduated in 1953 from New Sharon High School and attended one year at Iowa State Teacher’s College in Cedar Falls. In 1954 she married Howard Elscott and together they had three children, Karen, Duane and Steve.
Ruth Ann is survived by her husband, Howard; sons, Duane (Christine) Elscott and Steve (Peggy) Elscott; grandson, Nick Elscott; granddaughter, Shelby Elscott; sister, Nancy Malis and a host of beloved friends and family. She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Karen; brother Warren and sister, Sally.
Private services will be held on Friday, March 5, 2021 at 2:00p.m., at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Animal Rescue League of Iowa. 5452 NE 22nd Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50313 in loving memory of Ruth Ann.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Bob Burger
03/05/2021
We were sorry to hear about Ruth. We were sure glad when we ran into you both at hyvee a few months ago. It had been a long time. We remember when we lived across the street from you over 35 years ago, when we first moved there. You have our deepest sympathy. Bob and Cheryl Burger
Susan Bentley
03/01/2021
My heart is breaking, as Ruth was one of the kindest, dearest people that Ive ever known. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. The wonderful memories that I have of Ruth are flooding back and making me smile through my tears. Ive loved her for so many years and know her love spread over me and so many others, too. My Bentley and Ruth are now together again; and, I am sure they are enjoying a good laugh. My Love, Susan
Merle & Karen Petersen
02/28/2021
We are so sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. She was such a delight to be around and to listen to her tell of the travels she and Howard would take. Our favorite was the adventurous bus trip through the hills and mountains in Central or South America. Such a wonderful person!
Diana & Roger Nagel
02/28/2021
So saddened to hear the passing of Ruth. Such a sweet, dear lady! Our sincere condolences to Howard & the family. Loving thoughts, memories & prayers continue.
delmar E nelson
02/28/2021
howard, so sorry to hear of your wife's passing. cro-bar.