Marianna Rutz, age 90 of Highland, IL, died Monday, December 01, 2014, at Faith Care Center in Highland, IL. She was born May 18, 1924, in Highland, IL, the daughter of Folbert and Katherine “Katie” (nee Saal) Beck. On August 07, 1950, she married Orville Jacob “Pete” Rutz who passed away on October 16, 2005. She was a member of Evangelical United Church of Christ. Marianna was born in Highland, IL. When she was younger she had lived in Long Island, NY and Germany. She moved back to Highland and married her husband. She was a beautician and owned and operated Marianna’s salon. She collected antiques and collectables. She loved her grandchildren, and great grandchildren, her pets, and loved animals. She always wanted to look nice and made sure her hair was done, nails polished and loved wearing her jewelry. Survivors include : Son In-law – Bruce A. Bellm, Highland, IL Grandchild – Katie B. (Jason) Henrichs, Highland, IL Grandchild – Becky E. Bellm, Highland, IL Great Grandchild – Allison M. Henrichs, Highland, IL Great Grandchild – Raeghan K. Henrichs, Highland, IL Great Grandchild – Trent J. Henrichs, Highland, IL She was preceded in death by : Father – Folbert Beck Mother – Katherine “Katie” Beck, nee Saal died 06/23/1972 Husband – Orville J. “Pete” Rutz died 10/16/2005 Daughter – Beverly K. Bellm died 7/24/2001 Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Thursday, December 04, 2014, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL. Funeral service will be at 1:00 PM on Thursday, December 04, 2014, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL, with Rev. Will VerDuin officiating. Interment will be at Highland City Cemetery in Highland, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to Highland Animal Shelter.
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