Ruth Lorraine Quam Posted: 2017-05-25 15:18:00

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Ruth Lorraine Quam, 96 of Sun City, Huntley, passed away at Hearthstone Manor in Woodstock on May 23, 2017.

She was born on Easter Sunday, March 27, 1921 in Chicago, the daughter of Einer W. and Dorothy M. (Hanlock) Clausen. She was raised and educated in Chicago and then St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota. She returned to Chicago and enrolled in the Mendelssohn Conservatory of Music where she studied voice, piano, harmony and music history. She was united in marriage to Nelville Quam, Jr. on February 5, 1949 at St. Timothy Lutheran Church in Chicago, She was active in this church for many decades. In the 1960’s the couple moved to Arlington Heights, then Mt. Prospect and later Hoffman Estates. Ruth worked at the First National Bank of Mt. Prospect and taught piano for many years. The couple moved to Huntley in 2004 and in retirement enjoyed their summer home in Michigan, their pontoon boat, beach and their many friends.

She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Nelville of Woodstock, her daughter, Gail Quam (Susan Blotch) of Huntley and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Judy, her brother, Robert and sister-in-law, Hedy.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. and the family will greet friends after 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church, 10805 Main Street, Huntley. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church. For more information please call 847-515-8772 or online condolences can be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com

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Ralph & Sue Wehnes 2017-05-25 19:07:42

Dear Nel, Gail & Sue, We remember Lorraine fondly. She was always smiling, a gracious lady. She will be missed. Our sympathy and prayers to all of you. We pray and God will comfort you in your sorrow and grief. May the promise of life eternal grant you peace. Our love, Ralph & Sue

Charlie and Becky Tuzik 2017-05-25 22:46:05

Dear Nel, Gail and Sue Lorraine greeted people with a beautiful smile. Not just a smile on her face, but a genuine smile from the heart. It was just said, she was a gracious person, she was. Our lives were touch by her. She had a great ability to love others. We will miss her. In the little time she was in Woodstock, her warm friendly smile, bright sparkling eyes and laughter caught the attention of the people there as it did wherever she was. May the Lord hold you, comfort you as you move forward in your life. She will always be a part of your life because you will constantly be thinking of the things you did together and the things she said. She lives on in your memories, in our memories as well. Now she is with the Lord.

Trisha Heidrich 2017-05-27 18:47:55

I will forever hold all of you In my heart! I know your making a beautiful Angel, I will never forget that smile. Xoxo

Anita Szeto 2017-06-02 13:31:50

Dear Nelville, Gail and Susan, I have the fondest memories of Lorraine. Her smile and sweet nature always brightened my day. I will miss her. My deepest condolences to you. I am praying for God's comfort to you during this difficult time. Much love, Anita Szeto