Ruth Ida May Gonzales, 88, of Laramie, died November 27, 2020 at Ivinson Memorial Hospital. She was born in Las Truchas, New Mexico on March 8, 1932 to Secundino and Laura Martinez.
In her early days she worked as a waitress, where customers knew her as “Speedy”. She later worked for the Albany County School District as a Home School Coordinator, helping many students reach their graduation goals.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Tom; her son, Benny; and her parents.
Ruth is survived by her children, Steve (Arlette) Lucero, Perry (Lori) Gonzales, and Laura Olden; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation has taken place.
7 Comments To "Ruth Ida May Gonzales"
#1 Comment By Donna and Dave Roper On December 2, 2020 @ 12:58 pm
Deepest condolences to the family. Praying for comfort and peace for you all. Aunt Ruth will be missed and was loved dearly. God bless you.
#2 Comment By Debi Ockers On December 2, 2020 @ 5:17 pm
Deepest sympathy for the loss of your beautiful mother, her smile and funny wit would just make my day ❤
#3 Comment By Bill Jussila On December 3, 2020 @ 12:21 pm
Perry, Laurie and Families. Very sorry for your loss of great person. Ruth was one of Leanne’s favorite friends. We always had to sit with Ruth and Tom at any get togethers. So did Carolyn and I at anything. Ruth always had good insight about many things. We will miss her, but remember her always. Peace and Love to all. Bill and Carolyn
#4 Comment By Florence Sanchez On December 3, 2020 @ 6:13 pm
We were so sad to hear Ruth passed, my dad thinks about her often. I told him shr and mom are catching up on everything and are watching over us. God bless all who loved her.
Rome and Flo
#5 Comment By J R Sandoval On December 8, 2020 @ 1:52 pm
Sincere condolences to Ruth’s family and friends. She was a true leader and was always so humble and kind. I have fond memories of her growing up in Laramie and her helping me and Steve build a “sod house” for our 4th Grade Wyoming History Project. A life well-lived. Indeed.
#6 Comment By betty eurioste On December 11, 2020 @ 3:33 pm
Steve and family. deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom. in our thoughts and prayers. Betty Montoya Eurioste.
#7 Comment By vianne westbrook On December 29, 2020 @ 7:43 am
My condolences to your family. I worked with Ruth at Linford School when it opened. We shared many students and she deeply cared for them. As a young teacher, she positively influenced my methods of instruction. She was ahead of her time because she viewed the ‘education of the whole child to include the family’. What a blessing she was to many.