Ruth Louise Fienup, age 85, died May 23, 2015, in Okemos, MI. She was born June 24, 1929, in Denver, CO to Maurice and Beulah (Colestock) Edwards. Ruth achieved a Master’s Degree from MSU, was a vital part of her community, had many close friends, and loved entertaining. She was a member of Edgewood United Church, volunteered at Meals on Wheels and International Students at MSU. Ruth loved to travel around the world, was concerned about the environment, and lived in South America for 15 years. Of most importance, Ruth loved her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Darrell Fienup; parents; daughter, Gretchen Fienup; and son, Scott Fienup.
Surviving are her daughter, Sherrie Gould; son, Gregory (Lea) Fienup; 8 grandchildren, Jeff, Michelle, Gabriel, Jessica, Jacob, Vanessa, Ryan, Trevor; and 7 great-grandchildren. There will be no services at this time. Those desiring may make contributions to Edgewood United Church, 469 N. Hagadorn Road, East Lansing, MI 48823. The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Lansing. On-line condolences may be shared with the family at www.greastlansing.com
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