(nee Gruil) Mon., .March 11, 2002 age 87 years. Beloved wife for 65 years of Lawrence P. Kuester. Dear sister of John Gruil. Preceded in death by 5 sisters. Further survived by many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home WED (TODAY) 5-7 PM. Funeral Services at 7 PM. Private Interment Highland Memorial Park. Ruth was a retiree of Deaconess Hospital and a life long member of Christ Church UCC. If desired , memorials to the Church are appreciated. Heartfelt thanks from the family for the wonderful care Ruth received at Franciscan Villa.