Ruth McConnell Todd, our loving mother, Gram, Old Grandma, and Auntie was called home by our Lord on November 3, 2020. Almost to the date, the Lord called her husband Benny home on November 4, 1978. It was an absolute privilege and honor to have her here for 85 wonderful years.
Ruth was born on July 4, 1935 in Frazer to James McConnell Sr. and Fannie (Shoots The Door) McConnell.
She was raised in Frazer and graduated from Frazer. She married Benedict Todd Sr. right out of high school. To this union, Benny Jr., Mitchell, Julie and Lisa were born.
Ruth/Mom was a very kind, compassionate, generous, selfless person often doing more than what was asked of her, whether it be helping her family or praying for someone who requested it. She continued to love and serve the Lord throughout her life and wanted all to know Jesus. Her life became even more focused on prayer and family in her later years.
She was always listening and singing to gospel music and reading her bible. Whenever there was a concern or someone sick, we could count on her prayers to help us and make us feel better. She taught us there is power in the name of Jesus. We are going to miss our “Prayer Warrior”.
Her greatest pride and joy was her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who always brought a smile to her face. She always looked forward to the Bearcub basketball season. Starting from when her children were playing, she went to every game that she could and wished she could have gone to them all. At the games, she was known as Grandma Ruth to all the kids. Basketball season was her favorite season and when it was over, she would say “Now what am I going to do?”. She was a true Bearcub fan to the end.
Besides being a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she worked when she could. She worked at the Frazer Headstart and the Green Thumb Program, she served on the Frazer school board, she chaperoned many events at the Frazer school, and was an elder advisor for the Red Bottom Committee.
She was a fan of the Chicago Cubs and the Seattle Seahawks. Her go-to TV show was Gunsmoke.
She was the matriarch of our family, the glue that held us together. She was the last remaining member of her family.
She is survived by her son Benny (Karen) Todd of Wolf Point, Montana; daughters Julie (Marlin) Namyniuk of Hebron, North Dakota, and Lisa Todd of Frazer, Montana; aunt Margaret Martin of Hayes, Montana; daughter-in-law, Jeri Todd of Wolf Point, Montana; sister-in-law Teddi McConnell of Billings, Montana; adopted son Roger White Sr. of Wolf Point, Montana; grandchildren Lovell Ackerman of Bismarck, North Dakota, Landyn, Tyler, and Floyd Jr. of Frazer, Montana; great-grandchildren Keein, Azalei, Lydel, Reese, Payton, Dej and Landyn Jr. (LJ) and many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents James Sr. Fannie McConnell; her husband Benny Todd Sr.; son Mitchell Todd; brothers Joseph McConnell, Jimmy (Skunk) McConnell, and Richard McConnell; sisters Lena Wright, Rosella Murdock, Myrtice Redstone, and Florence Buck; grand daughters Arid Joy Ackerman, Angie Redstone, and Sondra Wright; adopted son Russell White; niece Rochelle (Skee) Redstone; nephews Norman Redstone, Ray Van Redstone, Kurt, Dougal, and Albert Murdock Jr.
Our hearts are heavy and we are sad, but we take comfort in knowing that there is a grand reunion taking place in heaven right now.
A prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2020 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point, Montana. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point, Montana. Interment will follow at the Oswego Catholic Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements and condolences for the family can be left by using the form below.
**Due to covid-19 regulations in place, services are limited to 30 people; social distancing and masks are required.
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Monday November 9, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Tuesday November 10, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Monday November 9, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Tuesday November 10, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Florence Fourstar says
My prayers for Ruth’s family! Heaven gained another Angel. She was a great person and I enjoyed visiting with her, when I would see her. Your journey on earth was beautiful, rest well.
Jean Archdale says
Ruth was one of the nicest people we have ever met, my mom loved getting to see Ruth each time they both got to go to church, please accept our sincere sympathy and prayers for everyone, you will all miss her a great deal,
Chris Bauer says
My deepest condolences to the Todd family, Ruth was always a Bearcub fan for generations! we were all blessed to be a part of that. 🙏🏼❤️ My condolences to the family
Rose Morsette says
Condolences to the family of a well respected elder
Jonny BearCub Stiffarm says
Farewell to another Red Bottom Committee member – the old crew is gathering on the other side to welcome you home. You leave us with great memories of your kind smile and gentle hugs. Those of us left behind will miss you. Prayers and thoughts of comfort to the Family as you Celebrate Ruth’s life and say farewell.
Wayne Wischmann says
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Todd’s passing, her son Mitchell was a good friend growing up and her brother Dick was my brother in law. She was a very sweet woman. So sorry for her loss. Rest In Peace.
colleen Birdsbill says
My condolences to Ruth’s family. Ruth was one of a kind. She was blessed with kind heart, generous soul, compassion for everyone. I will miss her smile and that gentle little laugh. Her legacy lives on thru her children and grandchildren. The heavens gained a beautiful angel. Rest in Paradise Ruth.
Colleen
Kathleen Ventura says
Precious memories how they linger.
My very thoughts of a gentle soul with a wonderful blessed heart ❤.
Each time I would get to see her we would have good happy visits.
When I go by Frazer I always would think of her.
Rest well as I know you are rejoicing with your family and with our Savior.
My sincerest condolences to her daughters & grandchildren & extended family. 🙂
Nancy Sietsema says
My deepest sympathy to the family of “Grandma Ruth”. She was a bright spot at every Bearcubs Basketball game and I loved to see her and Lisa sitting at the next table at Bingo. She will truly be missed, but is safe in God’s arms and reunited with many of her family. Love and prayers to the family. ♥️🙏♥️
Pauline Azure-Feuvray says
Lillian Bruguier Christian and relatives will pray for the relatives of Ruth McConnell Todd who gained her angel wings and is now with her beloved husband and other relatives who await her arrival in the spirit world and will inquire about everyone on earth. God Bless the family. Families are Forever.
Karen And Sarah fauth says
Karen and Sarah Fauth’s
Todd was a great and wonderful friend at the basketball
She was a special person and great friend
Love her passing and family and friends
Love her very good