Ruth Marie Helen Morton, 65, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at Grande Prairie Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by her family. Born on December 20, 1944, in Kenosha, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Lester and Marie (Christman) Larsen. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, she was educated in local schools. On March 2, 1963, she married James Morton, Sr, the love of her life, in Kenosha. Ruth was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church and attended the Rosary Group at St. Peter’s. She was an avid crafter and enjoyed quilting, gardening, knitting, crocheting and making doll clothes. She loved her cats and dogs. Surviving are her husband, James Morton, Sr. of Kenosha; two sons, James (Kris) Morton, Jr. of Sussex, WI, and Timothy Morton, MD of Springfield, OH; a sister, Carol Larsen of Middleton, WI; a brother, Earl Larsen of Denver, CO; and also many extended family members and friends. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, June 7th, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. George Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Ruth’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Margie Casella
June 7, 2010
My deepest sympathies for your loss.
Ashley Leibforth
June 7, 2010
I met Ruth during one of her hospital stays over the last few months and cared for her many times. She had a huge heart and I enjoyed every minute I was able to spend with her. Ruth was always asking about my animals and wanting to see pictures of my horses! She was a great women from the little that I knew and will truly be missed. I am so glad that I was able to meet such a fantastic, inspiring lady! My deepest sympathy to the family!-Ashley
Diana & Robert Garnier
June 7, 2010
Robert and I (Diana) and Anita, my twin sister, and her husband Bill met Ruth, a very lovely attractive woman, sometime ago through her cousin and our sister, Helen Hack. We enjoyed talking to her at the family events Helen and Mike Bodven invited us to. She took a complementary interest in our occupations and hobbies and was supportive and friendly. We think very highly of her and will always remember her and miss her. We each have three lovely dolls she made completely by hand for us which Helen and Mike Bodven ordered from her and gifted us with. We will always treasure them and Ruth’s memory.
Matt Fleming
June 7, 2010
My family's thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As time passes, I hope that the memories you hold dear serve to lessen the pain of your loss. Matt Fleming
Midge and Jim oliver (Richard Wagners 3rd daughter)
June 5, 2010
James Morton and family.We send our love and prayers.Jim please take care of your self.
John & Bobbie Sin
June 5, 2010
Dear Morton family-Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Ruth. We were blessed to have spent time with her in years past. We cherish her beautiful handiwork, and share in your sorrow. May God give you peace during this difficult time.John & Bobbie Sin-Springfield, OH