Ruth E. Oberg, age 88, of 1007 7th Avenue South, Escanaba, passed away on Friday morning, September 2nd 2016after a brief stay at Christian Park Village. Ruth was born November 24, 1927 at her family home in Rapid River. She was the 9th of 9 children, born to Swedish immigrants Daniel & Jennie (Persson) Oberg. Ruth attended and graduated from Rapid River High School in 1946. During her life, Ruth worked as a teacher
Pat Short
As I was reading through the obituary I was able to relive my childhood in Rapid River. Thanks for the memories Ruthie, rest in peace. Patrick Short, Taos Canyon, Taos NM.