Ruth Ann Byers passed away on Feb. 10, 2023.

She was the beloved wife of the late Robert Louis Byers; dear mother and mother-in-law of Bruce (the late Maija Meijers), Linda (Ed Piccolo) and Tom (Eileen O’Toole) Byers; dear grandmother of Ivars Byers and Varis Mohler, Matthew, Logan and Evan Piccolo, Daniel and Collin Byers; dear great-grandmother of Soren Byers; dear sister of the late Janice Finkelston (Marvin) and Harry Himmelstein (Gail); dear sister-in-law of the late Connie Reitzes (the late Jack), the late Paul Byers (Thelma) and Reta Hans (the late Richard); a dear aunt, cousin and friend.

A graveside service was held Feb. 15 at Kehilath Israel Blue Ridge Cemetery in Independence, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Ruth's name to Jewish Family Services or a charity of your choice.