Ruth S. Ricard, 80, went to be with the Lord suddenly on Dec. 4th. Beloved wife of Charles Ricard for 56 years, loving mother of Marc (Laura Murphy) and Linnea (Dennis) Brown, Service and interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be directed to The Golden Years (www.goldenyearsinc.org). Information and guest book at hultgrenfh.com or call Hultgren Funeral Home at 630-668-0027.