Ruth Leona Oestreicher, nee Bohatec, 82, beloved wife of the late Roy; loving mother of Sharon (Carl) Kotapish, Wayne (Joan) Oestreicher and Beverly (Frank) Kvasnicka; devoted grandmother of Dawn, Glen, Dale, Frank, Anna and Timmy; fond sister of Esther (Bill) Widlicka. Went home to be with the Lord on October 11th. A loving mother, mother-in-law, sister, grandmother and friend. She was a successful business woman and devoted to church ministry throughout her life. A world traveler, with a heart for missions. Ruth was a faithful supporter of numerous missionaries around the world. Funeral serivce Saturday, 11 a.m. at Mount Auburn Funeral Home, 4101 S. Oak Park Ave., Stickney. Visitation Friday, 1 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ark Family Ministries (in India), Wycliffe Bible Translators, or New Tribes Mission would be appreciated. 708-749-2033
