Olive Katherine Ruetz, 94, of Steelville, MO passed away January 12, 2010 at Gibbs Care Center in Steelville. She was born May 18, 1915 to Robert and Thankful (Johnson) Martin in Oklahoma City, OK. In later years, she was adopted by Dr. George W. Reeves. On November 16, 1936 in Angora, IN, she was united in marriage to Harold J. Ruetz. He preceded her in death in June of 1987. Olive graduated from Steelville High School in 1934. She was active in the community for many years as her health permitted. She volunteered at the Chamber of Commerce office, Hoppe Spring Museum, Golden Echoes and in the school cafeteria. Olive was a member of the Steelville Presbyterian church since 1928. She held offices in Martha and Mary Order of Eastern Star #364 including Worthy Matron and was a member for 75 years. She enjoyed genealogy and even until recently could tell stories of her life and the history of Steelville. While living at Gibbs Care, she enjoyed playing Bingo, attending musical programs, church services, parties and outings. In August of 2005, Olive was crowned Ms. Missouri Nursing Home Queen in ceremonies held at the Lake. She loved to tell the story of that wonderful experience which meant so much to her. Many in the community will miss her kind voice, her charisma and her passion for local history. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren, David Ruetz and wife Julie of Holts Summit, MO and Jennifer Rogers of Jefferson City, MO; three great-grandsons, John, Carl and Michael Rogers; one great-grand-daughter, Natalie; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was joined in death by her sister, Lucy Odatey, who passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2010 in the state of California. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harold; son, William J. Ruetz and wife Carol; two brothers, Richard and Robert Martin; and brother-in-law, Tom Odatey. Visitation was from 11:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home in Steelville, MO. Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home in Steelville, MO with Rev. Jerry Beers officiating. Memories were shared by a nephew, Bill Reeves. Special music of "When We All Get to Heaven" was sang and played by Rev. Jerry Beers. Other music of "My Way" was also played. Committal prayer and burial were in the Steelville Cemetery. The Family was served by the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home of Steelville, Missouri.