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Ruth Louise Rider Steindorf passed away on December 12, 2003 at the age of 80. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1923. Ruth lived in Medina, Ohio; Loveland, Colorado; and Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Ruth is survived by her daughters, Marian Bolton and husband, David of Placitas and Holly Bergstrom of Medina, Ohio; grandchildren, Kevin Bolton, Heather Bolton, Susan Hoisington and Tom Bergstrom. Also surviving are six great grandchildren and her two sisters, Marguerite Smith of Medina, Ohio and Joan Winter of Las Vegas, NV. Mrs. Steindorf was preceded in death by her husband, Russell. In her younger years, she was a soprano soloist with St. Paul's Episcopal Church choir in Medina, Ohio and her love for music followed her throughout her lifetime. Ruth also had a great appreciation of nature and a talent for artistic expression. She enjoyed nature photography with her husband. Her home, her gardens and her flowers were of special beauty to her and to others. Ruth was a tireless volunteer throughout her lifetime with her church, the hospital, the library and the YMCA. Mother Ruth was endeared by all who knew her and she was known as a most welcoming, warm and caring Christian. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Memorial service will be held at the Cathedral Church of St. John in Albuquerque on Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the YMCA of Albuquerque Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 3308, Albuquerque, NM 87190 or to the All Saints Episcopal Church, 3448 N. TAFT Avenue, Loveland, Colorado 80538. Cremation has taken place and her remains will be placed with her husband at All Saints Episcopal Church in Loveland, Colorado. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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