Ruth Anna Degner
Ruth Anna Degner, 93 of Billings, passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2011.
The daughter of Jesse B. and Daisy Scyphers, Ruth was born May 27, 1917 in Big Timber, MT. She was one of thirteen children. She graduated from Big Timber High School.
Ruth married Sterling Hughes Degner, October 5, 1940 in Bozeman, MT. In 1953 they adopted their son Scott Joseph.
Ruth was a member of First Congregational Church and Eastern Star. She was an avid Bridge player.
Ruth has lived the last two years at Vintage Suites where she made many new friends.
Survivors include her grandson, Casey Degner of Billings, brother, Tom Scyphers of Canoga Park, Ca, sister-in-law, Peggy Scyphers of WA, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Sterling and son Scott.
The family will greet friends from 3-5pm Saturday at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary. Interment will be at Yellowstone Valley Memorial Park. At Ruth’s request a family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Remembrances
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Ruth and we were neighbors for many years when we lived in Billings. We always enjoyed her company and remember her as a great lady. Our thoughts will be with you. Larry & Fidelis Young Placitas NM
It is hard to say in short how we remember
Aunt Ruth. One outstanding thought is how she enjoyed and looked
forward to seeing the young kids. She was always interested in
hearing about how they were growing and their interests. When she
would see them it was a greeting with a big smile and hug.
As for big kids & young kids alike we enjoyed our trips to Ruth &
Sterling's cabin and the many things to do out doors from hiking the
mountain, fishing, watching the wild animals and enjoying the
company of who ever may have been there also.
We are glad to have shared time with Ruth and will miss her!
Joe & Barb Scyphers