Ruth Kathryn Corbett passed away in her sleep on February 21, 2012.
She was born the ninth of 15 children on March 11, 1920 to Stanislaw and Katherine Kantorowicz in Chester, MT. On September 22, 1920, Ruth was adopted by Clarence and Myrtle Biggs. The family moved several times throughout the years; however, the majority of Ruth’s earlier life was spent in the Spokane, WA area.
She worked as an elevator operator for 10 years. While working there she became reunited with her biological family through one of her sisters. She later met and married her husband George (Joe) Edward Corbett. After they were married, they lived in Libby, Helena, and later retired in Polson, MT. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, George Corbett, and 12 of her 14 siblings.
She is survived by siblings: Alfred Biggs of Tonasket, WA and Bernice McCabe of Muskogee, OK; children: Susan Peters of Helena, MT, and Dean (and wife Susan) Corbett of Kalispell, MT; grandchildren: Deena Holland, Aaron Peters, Ryan Corbett, and Janae Corbett; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Ruth had a strong faith in God with an intense love to pray for family and friends. She gave her life in many ways in service to the Lord, and greatly desired to share the Good News of the Gospel to those she met. Ruth enjoyed gardening, photography, sewing, and utilizing her artistic abilities. She was also very involved politically with Eagle Forum and kept up on current political events. She will be missed and remembered by the many lives that she touched and influenced throughout the years.
A viewing and funeral will be held at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. Those wishing to pay respects at the viewing are welcome to attend on Friday, March 2, 2012 from 1-6 p.m. The funeral proceedings will be on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. followed by a reception. The burial will be held in Polson, MT on Monday, March 5, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at Lakeview Cemetery for immediate family. Family and friends are welcome to attend the viewing and funeral.
The family requests any memorials be made to the Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) by visiting: www.tbn.org or the Disabled American Veterans P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH, 45250-0301 in honor of Ruth. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com
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Connie Beckman says
Dear Susan amd family
You and your famil are in my prayers during this sad time. Your mom was such a beautiful person and now she rests in the peace and joy of Jesus in Heaven with all the Holy Angels and Saints. You have your precious memories of your mom and grandmother that will comfort you in the days ahead.
Blessings
Connie
Debra (Nietering) Owen says
Dean and Susan,
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Your mom was a special lady. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Warm Regards,
David and Debra Owen
Judy Battershell says
I’m sorry to hear about your mother. Just wondering–did you attend Faith Tabernacle during the late 70’s? God Bless you and your family.
Loretta Coverdell says
Dear Dean and Susan & family,
We first met our Dear Friend, Ruth, at EastHaven’s Harvest dinner in Nov. 1998. This was Ryan and me – Darrel was still in Ohio finishing work. We met her on the sidewalk leading to the church. She introduced herself and took us under her wing. We have been friends ever since.
She became like a mother to me. We had many things in common and always much to share.
Love in Christ,
Loretta Coverdell
Rhody says
I was a hair stylist in Helena and was privileged to know Ruth. I always looked forward to her appointments because she was the sweetest most inspiring person I had ever met.
Ryan Coverdell says
Dear Dean, Susan, and families,
Knowing Ruth has been an inspiration to me. I appreciated her happy attitude and her cheerful spirit. She had many stories to tell about how God worked in her life. I will miss her but look forward to seeing her in heaven.
Love, Ryan
Susan Hoving says
Dear Dean & Susan – Sorry for your loss. Praying for you all & your families. “Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.”