Ruth Steen Dove, a resident of Waterford, died at her home on Monday, December 20, 2010. Born October 13, 1932 in Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Urnah and Rosemary Hull Steen. Survivors include her husband Lewis Dove; four children: Otto (Barbara) Dove of Alexandria, VA, Allen (Shirley) Dove of Richland, WI, Helen (Richard) Cameron of Dyer, IN, and Anne (David) Shields of San Jose, CA; also, six grandchildren: Russel, Adam, Eric, and Katherine Dove, and Kristen and Gregory Cameron; and her siblings: Dorothy (Donald) Kozy, Jane (David) Rockwood, Wayne Steen, May (Donald) Kraus, Samuel (Audrey) Steen, Martha (Drew) Rockwood, and Robert Steen (deceased).
No funeral services are being planned.
To Mr. Dove and his family, I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Mrs. Dove. Mrs. Dove was a wonderful wife, loving mother and kind person. I know that no amount of words can bring comfort at this time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mary (Waldron) Fields
My deepest sympathies to you, Mr. Dove and your family on the loss of Mrs. Dove. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. No words can bring comfort, but know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Mary (Waldron) Fields
To Mr. Dove and family, My parents and I were sorry to hear of Mrs. Dove’s passing. I recall a visit that Dad and I made to your home several years ago. You and Mrs. Dove offered gracious hospitality to your visitors, a reflection of the warmth of the home you shared. We wish you comfort at this time of loss.
We want to express our sincere sympathy on the loss of your loved one. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Ron and Sharon Chapman
My deepest sympathy Lou to you and your family on the loss of your wife. You and Ruth raised a beautiful family. Otto, Allen, Helen and Anne lost a loving mother and I’m sure you feel you’ve lost a very special wife. My prayers are with the Dove family at this time of deep sadness. Sincerely, Norb Cyterski, Fort Le Boeuf
Louie, Deepest sympsthy snd our prayers are with you
Lew,
I have such wonderful memories of you and Ruth. Let the wonderful memories of Ruth sustain you in your grief.
Kathy Crippen
With deepest sympathy at this time of sadness.
My deepest sympathy to the entire Dove family. I remember Mr. and Mrs. Dove hosting Marcia Galetto and me to dinner when we first moved to Waterford as young teachers. What a kind woman with a lovely family.
My dear Louie, I’m so sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. I just wanted to let you know that Sparky and I are thinking of you and your family. Our sincere condolences to all of you. Please let us know if you need anything.