03/02/2017
Ruth Rosa (Robuck) Hook, born August 08, 1929, the daughter of Charlie Newton Robuck and Velta Hibbetts, was peacefully called to heaven on March 2, 2017.
She was a proud mother, loving wife and friend. Ruth loved spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren.
She had a love of music, particularly Elvis and Johnny Cash and never turned down anything chocolate. Ruth was loved for her fierce wit, great sense of humor and contagious smile.
She is survived by grandson, Daniel (Natalie) Grimes, great grandsons, Noah and Hunter Grimes and grandson Tom Van Dorn.
Stepchildren, Bill (Lyn) Hook, Bette (Mike) Cunningham, Sally (Mike) Proctor, Rita (Howard) Elliott, Bob Hook and numerous step-grandchildren and great-step grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Valerie Travelli and her husband of 43 years, Ken Hook.
The family would like to thank the staff at The Lindens at the Gardens and Suncrest Hospice.
Ruth donated her body to Des Moines University and a celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements by Iles Westover Chapel