Frances L. Ruppert
September 17, 2021
Frances Lee Ruppert, age 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 17, 2021 with her family by her side.
Frances was born April 13, 1937 in Kirksville, Missouri to Andrew J. and Vivian A. (Deeds) Williams. She was a retired manager of Hamilton’s Apartments and former employee of the Bishop Drumm Retirement Center.
She is survived by her children, Charles Russell (Barbara), Kaiu Sisk, Robert Russell (Carol), Debra Felton (Ray), and Rodney Russell (Marci), 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and five siblings.
Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Ruppert, two brothers, one grandson, and her parents.
Services will be held on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Visitation will be from 12 to 1 p.m., with a memorial service beginning at 1 p.m., at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Inurnment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Contributions may be directed to Blank Children’s Hospital in loving memory of Frances.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Marie Geranen
10/04/2021
Deb, Kaiu and family, so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I was blessed to have met Frances and you all. My prayers and love are with you.
Jessica Galvan
10/04/2021
My prayers are with you Deb and Kaiu. It was my pleasure to take care of Frances and she will always have a special place in my heart
Wanda Terrell(Calaway)
09/23/2021
Deb, I want you to know I am praying for you and your family at this difficult time. May God grant his peace.
Vicki Pottinger
09/22/2021
My heart is heavy with sadness for the loss of Francis. She was such a sweet lady, always treated me like one of her children. My deepest Sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. Love to you all. Vicki
Nancy Quigley
09/21/2021
Rest in Heaven Francis! You will be greatly missed. You are such a ray of sunshine! So much love and the Lord in your heart. The Lord definitely gained a sweet angel. Love you Francis aka mom ❤🥰