Shane Markus Ruths, age 34 of Prior Lake, passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022. A visitation will be held from 2-4PM with a Celebration of Life at 4PM on Friday, March 4, 2022 at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, 4565 Pleasant St. SE, Prior Lake.
On January 15, 1988 in Des Moines, IA parents Mark and Paula (Machir) Ruths celebrated the birth of their son Shane. From a young age, Shane had a kind and charismatic personality. He never hesitated to have fun. He especially enjoyed fishing with his brother.
The Ruths family eventually settled in Prior Lake, MN. Following his graduation from Prior Lake High School in 2006, Shane furthered his education at the Minnesota School of Business. He worked for various title companies, most recently Eagle Creek Title.
Outside of work, Shane spent most of his time with family and friends. He was an amazing son, brother, grandson, and uncle. Most importantly, Shane was a devoted and loving father. In 2020, Shane was blessed with the birth of his son Easton. He was truly Shane’s whole world.
Shane was always active and embraced new activities with the change of the seasons—snowmobiling in the winter, duck hunting in the fall, and summers on the lake. In later years, he enjoyed board games and picnics with his niece and nephew. Shane also enjoyed golfing, hockey, and simply getting together with other people. No matter the activity, Shane made every moment better with his contagious laughter and friendly smile.
Shane is loved and missed by his son, Easton; parents, Mark and Paula Ruths; brother, Travis (Emily) Ruths and their children, Eva & Turner; grandparents, Bob (Connie) Ruths; aunts & uncles, Todd (Michelle) Ruths, Ron (Deb) Machir, Penny (Danny) Hawxby, Pam (Randy) West, Patty (Kris) Robinson; many cousins, other relatives, friends, and his dog, Chance.
Shane is preceded in death by his grandparents, Ron (Ona) Machir; cousins, Taylor Ruths and Jax Hawxby.
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Jeff and Ryder Bester
We send ❤️
Many memories so thankful
We had so much fun and awesome conversations
Miss you Shane
The Bester family
Dawn Feaster Slauson
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and you will be on the forefront of my thoughts and prayers.
Paul Hofslien
Paula and family,
Words cannot express the hurt I feel for you in losing Shane. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you find some peace in pleasant memories.
Dixon
Sarah and I are so sad and sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to your entire family.
Love,
Sarah and Dixon
Mike Rome
Mark, Paula, and family – Patty and I wish to extend our condolences. Our prayers are with you and your entire family.
Michael Clark
Deeply missed. Always smiling. Will miss him always.
Dave Rech
Really, really sorry for your loss. From the very first time I met Shane he left a great impression on me. I will never forget the creature from the black lagoon, he swam from a pontoon during fireworks on the 4th of July and walked up on shore right in front of us. Kind of scared the crap out of us.
Loved his attitude, his enthusiasm, the way he treated my grand daughter. Rest in peace Shane, god has another plan for you. Sorry I can’t be there Friday but will be thinking of all of you…
Jackie Robinson
Paula this is Jack I’m so so sorry sis could you call me at 515-718-9703 o
Bill Corby
Paula and Family,
You are all being held close in thoughts and prayers on a daily basis. There are no words to ease your pain, but there are thousands of great memories that Shane helped to create in your lives. Hold those close along with the many smiles and laughs that go with those memories. Remember the many lives Shane touched as only he could. Be mindful of the man he became and cherish the gift of time you shared with him.
My heart is with you all.
Brittany Faith McGaughey
I am so sorry to hear of this heartbreaking news. Shane was one of those special people that always held a place in my heart. He was so wonderful to work with but more than that, he was a great friend. He was the brother that I never had, my Bro. I miss him so much. Hugs, thoughts, and prayers to the Ruths family!
The Huitts
We love y’all! And are praying
Lisa Schumann
Paula and family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you. Sorry for your loss loss to early in life. You have so many good memories, I pray that will help you find peace. God Bless you all.
THERESA POLSFUSS
I’m so very sorry to hear this, he was a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
DaLonna Housley
We send our condolences. Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Rick and DaLonna Housley.
Rocco Russo
Mark and Paula – I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you all at this terrible time. With deepest sympathies. Rocco
Brenda Lee Hentges
I am so sorry for your loss. Shane was an awesome person and always friendly. I loved being able to have closings with him, he was just an all out amazing person and will be missed dearly.
Debbie Holmes
Mark and Paula, we were so sorry to hear about your son Shane. We hope your memories of Shane will help carry you through this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Randy and Debbie Holmes
Marystoneking
Travis. So sorry to hear of your loss. Mark sounded like a happy,, beautiful person. He enjoyed life. God blessed your family with. Outstanding ❤️ love. Mark is resting in Gods arms. Many prayers for you and family
Pamela K.R. Newberry
Mark ,Paula and the whole Ruths Family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Shane to your family. Sending all my love and prayers to you. Your loving cousin. Pam
Paul Oleson
Kathy & I are so sorry to hear about your son Shane. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Our deepest sympathies in this trying time,
Joyce Seeley
Peace to you Mr. & Mrs. Ruths, We were at the V and happenstanced, on Friday, your sons Celebration of Life. My husband and I saw both joy and most sadness & tears from your family and friends. It’s something we hold near to our hearts… Loss too early.
You are prayed for and thought of by our Prior Lake community.
Sincere condolences. Joyce & Rand