Ruth A. Kranz age 96, died peacefully on Friday, May 4, 2012 at the Golden Living Center, Randolph. She was born on May 8, 1915 in Bristol to Elmer and Florence (Pfaff) Klubertanz. She was married to Oscar Kranz on February 18, 1936 in E. Bristol. Ruth was a hired housekeeper for many years. Ruth also worked for Stokley's Canning Co. and Meitzel's Bakery both in Columbus, and the Wisconsin Cheeseman in Sun Prairie. She enjoyed dancing-especially to the Don Peachey Band-playing cards and embroidery. Ruth loved taking care of her grandchildren. She was an active member of St. Jerome Catholic Church and its' Altar Society and served as a volunteer for many church events. Survivors include a son, William (Carol) of Columbus; a daughter, Betty (Tom) Borchert of Columbus; six grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; other relatives and many, many special friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Oscar in 1968; a granddaughter, Lisa Kay Kranz in 1986; a great-great grandson, Ryan Thomas Lee in 1993; one brother, Alex Klubertanz; one sister, Sister Monica Klubertanz. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:30 A.M. on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at ST. JEROME CATHOLIC CHURCH in Columbus. Rev. Steve Kortendick wofficiated. Interment was in St. Jerome Cemetery, Columbus. Visitation was from 10:00 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. at the church on Tuesday. Memorials may be directed to St. Jerome Church, St. Jerome Altar Society, or the charity of one's choice. A special thank you to Alice and the entire staff at the Golden Living Center in Randolph and Asera Hospice Care for their compassionate care. Mom, we will love and miss you forever.