Elnora Ruth Unruh, 87, of Hutchinson, died April 12, 2022, at her home. She was born September 19, 1934, in Hutchinson, to Jacob and Leta (Smith) Scheuermann.

Elnora attended Hutchinson High School and later earned her nursing degree from Wichita State University. She worked for many years as a nurse for Home Healthcare and Reno County Health Department. Elnora enjoyed quilting, ceramics, and making jewelry. She also loved to go fishing with her grandsons and they traveled to many different locations to fish together. Elnora was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.

On April 13, 1952, she married Kenneth G. Unruh, in Hutchinson. They shared 55 years together before he passed away on February 7, 2008.

Elnora is survived by: sons, Ken Unruh, Hutchinson, Dan Unruh, Lansing; daughters, Pam Nelson (John), Sue Crystal-Unruh, both of Hutchinson; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Kenneth Unruh; son, David Unruh; four brothers; and two sisters.

Memorial service will be 10 am Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, with Pastors Quentin Nuttmann and Henry Blickhahn officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church or Hospice & HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.