Ruth E. Ecker, nee Christophersen, 90, of Sebring, FL, born in Chicago, IL, formerly of Elmhurst, IL, passed away on Thursday March 26, 2015.  Ruth and her husband Bill moved to Sebring in 1981.  Loving mother of Judith (Steven) Grunkemeyer of Sebring, FL, Patricia (Daniel) Cermak of Darien, IL, and William (Karin) Ecker, III of Marseilles, IL.  Devoted grandmother of 8.  Dear great-grandmother of 1.  A Memorial Visitation will be held at 10am until time of Memorial Service 11am Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 11500 German Church Rd., Burr Ridge, IL 60527.  Inurnment to follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Trinity Lutheran Church (address above) in Ruth’s name appreciated.  Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside, IL at 708/352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com