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Ruth G. Dyer
March 25, 1926 ~ August 1, 2016 (age 90) 90 Years OldShare using:
Ruth G. Dyer, 90, Pocatello, passed away August 1, 2016 at a local medical facility. She was born March 25, 1926 in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota to Frithiof Theodore and Tillie Swenson Gustavson. She attended her early schooling in Minnesota graduating in 1944 from Cass Lake High School in Cass Lake, Minnesota. In 1944-45 she attended Northwestern Bible School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. From 1945-50 Ruth attended the University of Minnesota graduating with a B.S, Degree in General Home Economics. In 1957 she received her teaching credentials in Home Economics. She also attended Colorado State University and the University of Idaho.
Ruth’s work experience started at the University of Minnesota County Home Agent with the Agricultural Extension Service in Perham, Minnesota. She was also employed by Oregon State University County Extension Agent in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Ruth was also employed by the University of Idaho Extension Home Economist in American Falls, Idaho. She also served as an Extension Home Economist for Bannock County, Pocatello. On October 1, 1982 Ruth retired after 30 years with the Cooperative Extension Service and the rank of Professor Emeritus, University of Idaho. She also worked with 4-H Programs and Adult Home Economics Programs.
Ruth married Laurence Joseph Dyer on December 24, 1959 and he preceded her in death on February 19, 1996. Ruth held membership in many Professional and Scholarly Organizations. American Association of University Women, American Home Economics Association, Idaho Association of Extension Home Economists, Espilon Sigma Phi, National Honorary Extension Fraternity and the University of Idaho Retirees Association, Inc., as well as life memberships in many other organizations. She received many honors and awards throughout her career. She has also been published nationally. Ruth was a member of the United Methodist Church. She served in many community services. She was a member of the Idaho State Civic Symphony. Her hobbies were sewing, camping, reading and handbell choir. Following her retirement Ruth has traveled extensively throughout the world.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Laurence, parents, Frithiof and Tillie Gustavson, five sisters, Doris, Edith, Luverne, Minnie, Ella and one brother George.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 4pm in the First United Methodist Church, 200 N. 15th Ave., Pocatello.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Cornelison Funeral Home, 431 N. 15th Ave., Pocatello, 232-0542. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.cornelisonfh.com
Ruth’s work experience started at the University of Minnesota County Home Agent with the Agricultural Extension Service in Perham, Minnesota. She was also employed by Oregon State University County Extension Agent in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Ruth was also employed by the University of Idaho Extension Home Economist in American Falls, Idaho. She also served as an Extension Home Economist for Bannock County, Pocatello. On October 1, 1982 Ruth retired after 30 years with the Cooperative Extension Service and the rank of Professor Emeritus, University of Idaho. She also worked with 4-H Programs and Adult Home Economics Programs.
Ruth married Laurence Joseph Dyer on December 24, 1959 and he preceded her in death on February 19, 1996. Ruth held membership in many Professional and Scholarly Organizations. American Association of University Women, American Home Economics Association, Idaho Association of Extension Home Economists, Espilon Sigma Phi, National Honorary Extension Fraternity and the University of Idaho Retirees Association, Inc., as well as life memberships in many other organizations. She received many honors and awards throughout her career. She has also been published nationally. Ruth was a member of the United Methodist Church. She served in many community services. She was a member of the Idaho State Civic Symphony. Her hobbies were sewing, camping, reading and handbell choir. Following her retirement Ruth has traveled extensively throughout the world.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Laurence, parents, Frithiof and Tillie Gustavson, five sisters, Doris, Edith, Luverne, Minnie, Ella and one brother George.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 4pm in the First United Methodist Church, 200 N. 15th Ave., Pocatello.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Cornelison Funeral Home, 431 N. 15th Ave., Pocatello, 232-0542. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.cornelisonfh.com
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