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M. Ruth Koop, age 86. Beloved wife of the late Lester; dear mother of Marty (Marcy) and John (Mary); loving grandmother of five; and greatgrandmother of 18; fond sister of the late Richard Gaber. Visitation Friday, Feb. 25, 3 to 8 p.m. at Matz Funeral Home, 3440 N. Central Ave. Lying in state Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005, 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. funeral service at Messiah Lutheran Church, Melvina and Patterson Avenues. Interment Concordia. In lieu of flowers memorials to Messiah Church appreciated. 773-545-5420.
