Ruth was known for being an avid reader, and loved all types of literature, but especially mysteries. Ruth also enjoyed watching television, with some of her favorite shows being mysteries, Masterpiece Theater, British programs such as Upstairs Downstairs, as well as All Things Great and Small, and other shows about animals. At one point, Ruth had close to four cats at once-one of her most cherished kitties was a Siamese cat named Popcorn. Since getting married in 1955, she had at least 8 dogs (6 of which were German Shepherds, with Rebel and Sam being two of her favorites), 11 cats, and no goldfish ?. ![]() She really loved her animals (probably more than her kids, haha). She had a group of women from high school that she stayed in touch with called the “Whipper Snappers,” served on the Catalina Square board for the home association, and as a big animal lover, volunteered at CAPS, an animal rescue organization. Strong in her faith, Ruth was a dedicated Catholic all her life, up until she was no longer able to drive. She was an executive secretary/administrative assistant, and worked for Brown & Root for many years. Ruth graduated from high school and went on to earn an associate’s degree from junior college in Sioux Falls, Iowa. They were married in 1955 and spent 36 years together until his passing in 1991. Later as a young adult, she lived with her sister, Margaret Tennant, in Chicago, which is where she met her husband, Robert (Bob) Kerns while working as a USO Hostess when he was in the Army. ![]() She was born in Cherokee, Iowa and moved to Rock Rapids, Iowa as a young girl. ![]() Ruth Charlotte Kerns, age 95, of Katy, Texas passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024.
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