Ruth Elaine Anderson
Lawrence Herbert Ratslow was born September 13, 1912, in Tiffiny, Rock Co., WI, and died February 18, 1994, in Waukesha Co., WI, at age 81.Buried in Highland Memorial Park, New Berlin, Waukesha Co., WI. He is the son of Herman P. Ratzlow of Jefferson Co., WI, and Laura Matilda Krueger of Wisconsin.
Ruth Elaine Anderson was born January 9, 1916, in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Co., WI, and died February 20, 2010, in Hinsdale, Du Page Co., IL, at age 94. Buried in Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL. She is the daughter of Louis Herman Anderson of Highland Twp., Iowa Co., WI, and Edna Blake Abbey of Dodgeville, Iowa Co., WI.
Lawrence Herbert Ratslow (age 28), a bachelor, and Ruth Elaine Anderson (age 24), a maiden, were married October 1, 1940, at the Lutheran Parsonage, Waukon, Allamakee Co., IA.
Lawrence Herbert Ratslow and Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow had no children.
Lawrence Herbert Ratslow and Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow were divorced about 1942 in Unknown.
Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow then married Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst was born August 29, 1917, in Drummond, Washburn Co., WI, and died July 22, 1991, in Countryside, Cook Co., IL, at age 73. Buried July 24, 1991, in Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL. He is the son of Ralph Waldo Borst of Brookings, Brookings Co, SD, and Ella A. Drueshcke of Wisconsin.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst (age 25), a bachelor, and Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow (age 27), a divorcee, were married March 13, 1943, at the First Presbyterian Church, Miami, Dade Co., FL.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst and Ruth Elaine (Anderson) (Ratzlow) Borst had one child:
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow then married Elaine Estelle Moore.
Elaine Estelle Moore was born August 21, 1921, in Beloit, Rock Co., WI, and died April 20, 2002, in New Berlin, Waukesha Co., WI, at age 80. Buried in Highland Memorial Park, New Berlin, Waukesha Co., WI. She is the daughter of Frank Arthur Moore Sr.. of Turtle Twp., Rock Co., WI, and Nettie Mae Crest of Beloit, Rock Co., WI.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow and Elaine Estelle Moore were married June 27, 1947, in Clinton, Rock Co., WI.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow and Elaine Estelle (Moore) Ratzlow had one child:
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Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst and Ruth Elaine (Anderson) (Ratzlow) Borst are buried in Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.
Lloyd Robert" Bob" Borst was born August 29, 1917, in Drummond, Washburn Co., WI.
Ruth Elaine Anderson was born January 9, 1916, in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Co., WI.
The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 10, 1920, shows Louis H. Anderson (age 29) born in Wisconsin to Norwegian and Wisconsin-born parents, is a Real Estate Dealer, and who rents his home, and is living at 522 Union Street, Ward 4, Eau Claire, Eau Claire Co., WI. Living with him is his wife Edna Anderson (age 24) born in Wisconsin of Canadian and Wisconsin-born parents. Also living there are their children: Ruth Anderson (age 3-11/12) and Robert Anderson (age 1-9/12), both born in Wisconsin.
The 1920 U. S. Census taken on March 3, 1920, shows Ralph W. Borst (age 26) born in South Dakota to South Dakota and Wisconsin-born parents is a Stationary Engine Engineer renting his home in Drummond Twp., Bayfield Co., WI. Living with him is his wife, Ella A. Borst (age 26) born in Wisconsin to German-born parents. Also living there is his son: Robert L. Borst (age 2-4/12) born in Wisconsin to South Dakota and Wisconsin-born parents. A Lodger also lives in the household.
The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 17, 1930, shows Herman P. Ratzlow (age 43) born in Wisconsin to Germany-born parents, and first married at age 24, who owns his home worth $3,500 is a married Proprietor of Implements, and is living in Tiffany, La Prairie Twp., Rock Co., WI. Living with him are: his wife, Laura M. Ratzlow (age 40) born in Wisconsin to Germany-born parents, and first married at age 20; his unmarried son, Lawrence H. Ratzlow (age 17) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents, a Laborer of Implements; his daughter, Margaret G. Ratzlow (age 15) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents; his son, Robert E. Ratzlow (age 13) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents; his son, Norman R. Ratzlow (age 15) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents; and his daughter, Frances M. Ratzlow (age 10) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents.
The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 9, 1930, shows Louis H. Anderson (age 39) born in Wisconsin to Norwegian and Wisconsin-born parents and married at age 24 is a real estate broker renting his home for $40 per month at 115 Mappa Street, Ward 6, Eau Claire, Eau Claire Co., WI. Living with him is his wife Edna Anderson (age 35) born in Wisconsin of Canadian and Wisconsin-born parents and married at age 20. Also living there are their children: Ruth E. Anderson (age 14), Robert E. Anderson (age 12), and Mary L. Anderson (age 8), all born in Wisconsin.
The 1930 U. S. Census taken on May 12, 1930, shows Ralph Borst (age 37) born in South Dakota to United States-born parents and first married at age 23 is a Lumber Mill Engineer renting his home for $9/week and living in the Village of Drummond, Bayfield Co., WI. Living with him is his wife, Ella Borst (age 37) born in Wisconsin to German-born parents and first married at age 23. Also living there is his two sons, both born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents: Robert Borst (age 12); and Duane Borst (age 8).
The 1940 U. S. Census taken on April 4, 1940, shows Louis H. Anderson (age 49) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 3 years of High School, is a married Real Estate Owner who owns his home worth $2,500 and is living in Elk Creek Lake, Spring Brook Twp., Dunn Co., WI. Living with him are: his wife, Edna Anderson (age 45) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 1 year of College; his unmarried daughter, Ruth Anderson (age 24) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 4 years of High School, a Stenographer at at Real Estate Office; and his unmarried daughter, Mary Lou Anderson (age 18) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 1 year of College, a Sales Lady at a Dime Store.
The 1940 U. S. Census taken on April 16, 1940, shows Ralph Borst (age 47) born in North Dakota, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 8 years of School, is a married Folder Mechanic at a Paper Mill who owns his home worth $2,500 and is living at 1007 W. 6th Street, 2nd Ward, City of Ashland, Ashland Co., WI. Living with him are: his wife, Ella Borst (age 47) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 7 years of School; his unmarried son, Robert Borst (age 22) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 1 year of College; and his unmarried son, Duane Borst (age 18) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 1 year of College.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow (age 28), a bachelor, and Ruth Elaine Anderson (age 24), a maiden, were married October 1, 1940, at the Lutheran Parsonage, Waukon, Allamakee Co., IA.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow and Ruth Elaine Anderson Marriage Records.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst enlisted July 6, 1942, in the U. S. Navy, and was discharged January 5, 1946.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst and Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow Marriage Records.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst: Born March 22, 1947, in Wisconsin.
The 1950 U. S. Census taken on April 11, 1950, shows L. Robert Borst (age 32) born in Wisconsin, is a married Auditor for a Retail and Wholesale Oil Company, and is living at 2026 S. Losey Blvd, La Crosse, La Crosse Co., WI. Living with him are: his wife, Ruth E. Borst (age 34) born in Wisconsin to United States-born Parents, and with 12 Years of School; and his daughter, Barbara Jo Borst (age 3) born in Wisconsin.
Abbey Picnic at the Anderson's Lake Cottage on Elk Creek Lake, Town of Spring Brook, Dunn Co., WI, about 1951.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst enlisted June 8, 1951, in the U. S. Navy, and was discharged June 5, 1953.
In 1952, Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst was in charge of U. S. Naval & Marine Reserve Training Center, and was living with Ruth E. Borst at 13 Sherman Terrace, Apt. 5, Madison, Dane Co., WI.
In 1955, Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst was a Supervisor for Standard Oil, and was living with Ruth E. Borst at 2026 S. Losey Blvd, La Crosse, La Crosse Co., WI.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst graduated from Lyons Township High School, La Grange, Cook Co., IL, in 1965.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst from the 1965 Tabulae Yearbook.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, Dane Co., WI, in 1969.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst in the 1969 Badger Yearbook. She received a B. A. in History.
The Times, Hammond, Lake Co., IN, Wednesday, February 12, 1969
Girls Plan Summer Weddings
Borst - Williams
An August wedding is in the offing for Miss Barbara Jo Borst and Warren Evan Williams, son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren J. Williams of 2238 Oakdale, Highland. The betrothal and forthcoming marriage are announced by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. Robert Borst of LaGrange, Ill. The bride-to-be graduated from Lyons Township High School in La Grange and is a senior at the University of Wisconsin in Madison where she is a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority. Her fiancé, an alumnus of Highland High School, earned a degree in business administration at Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wis. He is employed by J. T. Ryerson and Son Steel Co., Chicago.
Warren Evan Williams, a bachelor, and Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst, a maiden, were married August 2, 1969, at St. James Lutheran Church, Western Springs, Cook Co., IL.
The Times, Munster, IN, Friday, August 15, 1969
Warren E, Williams Claims Bride Aug. 2
St. James Lutheran Church in Western Spring, Ill., was the scene of the marriage of Miss Barbara Jo Borst and Warren Evan Williams. They repeated double-ring vows at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 2. Their Parents are Mr. and Mrs. L. Robert Borst of La Grange, Ill., and Mr. and Mrs. Warren J. Williams of 2238 Oakdale Ave., Highland. After a reception in the Glen Eagles Country Club in Lamont, Ill., they took a wedding trip to French Lick and are making their home at 1001 8th Ave., La Grange. Employed as a secretary for J. T. Ryerson Steel Co. in Chicago, the bride graduated from Lyons Township High School in La Grange and holds a bachelor's degree in history from the University of Wisconsin in Madison. WILLIAMS, AN alumnus of Highland High School, earned a bachelor's degree in business from Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wis., and is employed in the sales division of Ryerson Steel. Maid of honor was Miss Mardyth Hoppert. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Richard Raduenzel and Miss Paula Kosir. Charles Mesterharm served as best man. Ushers were Calvin Opperman, Michael Armato, Richard Raduenzel and Robert Palmer. Venise lace bordered the bride's full-length empire-styled A-line dotted swiss gown. Her cascade bouquet was of white mums, carnations and stephanotis. Floral print pastel gowns of blue, yellow and green cotton voile worn by the attendants were floor-length empire-styled. Their bouquets were of yellow and white mums.
In 1986, Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst was inducted into the Northland College Athletics, Ashland, Ashland Co., WI, Hall of Fame.
Northland College Athletics, Ashland, Ashland Co., WI
Hall of Fame
L. Robert Borst, Class of 1939, Induction Class of 1986, Football Mens, Basketball
Bob Borst came to Northland College from Ashland High School, where he was Valedictorian. He was an excellent football and basketball player. As a quarterback, he was described as calling a "dependable, heady game." He was also praised as "a fine pass receiver and a sure tackler as a safety man." He was captain elect of the basketball team and was referred to as "one of the main cogs in Northland's basketball machine." Bob finished his college education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and graduated with a degree in accounting. He served as a Navy Lieutenant in both the Atlantic and Pacific operations during WWII. After the war, he became an account executive with Standard Oil. His classmates and fellow Hall of Famers have described Bob Borst as an excellent athlete, student and gentleman. He has been most successful in all of his endeavors.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst died July 22, 1991, in Countryside, Cook Co., IL, at age 73. Buried in Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL.
L. Robert "Bob'' Borst, 73, a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, died Monday at his home in Countryside. Mr. Borst was a retired financial manager with Amoco Oil Co. and a retired commander in the Naval Reserve. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; a daughter, Barbara Williams; a brother; and three grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Community Presbyterian Church, 39 N. Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills.
Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Borst died February 20, 2010, in Hinsdale, Du Page Co., IL, at age 94. Buried in Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL.
The Chicago Tribune, Chicago, Cook Co., Il, February 23, 2010
RUTH E. BORST
Ruth E. Borst, nee Anderson, of Countryside. Beloved wife of the late L. Robert; loving mother of Barbara (Warren) Williams; devoted grandmother of Stephanie, Evan (Carla) and David (Julie); dear sister of the late Robert Anderson and the late Mary Lou Keyes; fond aunt of many. Cremation will be private. A memorial visitation will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Alzheimer's Assoc. would be appreciated. Funeral info 708-352-6500.
Warren E. Williams is the principal, owner and founder of Williams Appraisals. Williams, a self-described lover of Southwestern art, culture, geography and history, believes in doing business the traditional way, with face-to-face interaction where possible and a focus on working with the customer to best service their needs. Williams’ experience in team sports as a youth and in the steel mill as a teen helped forge the professionalism, enthusiasm and warmth received when working with Warren.
In his free time, Warren pampers his two brittany spaniels, Shadow and Buster, plays guitar and listens to blues, jazz and early rock-n-roll. He spends his vacation time canoeing, fishing and relaxing at a small log cabin on a multi-generational family plot in Michigan. Warren has been married to his beautiful wife, Barbara, for over 30 years and frequently enjoys the company of his daughter, Stephanie, and identical twin sons, David and Evan.
Our principal, Warren E. Williams, has been active in the real estate community for almost a quarter of a century. Following fifteen years working in mortgage banking, Williams formed Williams Appraisals, an independently owned and operated real estate appraising company. Williams Appraisals has been in operation for 9 years, providing appraisals to a wide range of clients.
Williams received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, and completed 36 hours in MBA work in Management and Marketing at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois.
Williams is licensed through the Illinois Office of Banks and Real Estate as a State Licensed Real Estate Appraiser and Licensed Real Estate Salesperson. He has completed over 350 hours in additional real estate appraisal education through State of Illinois approved courses. The diversity of his educational experience includes estimating, fabricating design and construction, finance, banking and real estate sales.
Stephanie M. Williams: September, 1972
David Warren Williams: September, 1975. Married to Julie
Evan Robert Williams: September, 1975. Married to Carla M. Ford.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (WI) - Tuesday, April 23, 2002
Ratzlow, Elaine E.
Ratzlow, Elaine E. (Nee Moore) Of New Berlin. Sat., April 20, 2002, age 80 years. Wife of the late Lawrence. Loving mother of Bruce (Debra) Ratzlow. Sister of Aud Johnson and Bill (Marian) Moore. Sister-in-law of Marion Moore. Grandmother of Ryan and Randy. Also other relatives and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home Thurs., 5-7 PM. Funeral Service Fri., 11 AM at the Funeral Home. Burial Highland. LARSEN BROS. NEW BERLIN FUNERAL HOME 15250 W. National Ave.