Ruth Kessel, 100, of Hesperus, Colorado died 4/25/2018 The Valley Inn, Mancos, Colorado. Born 5/10/1917. She is survived by her son, Arden; Grandchildren: Arlana (Greg) Noisom, and Marissa Kessel; Great-grandchildren: Brandon and Brittany Noisom; and extended family and close friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert and grandson, Arlyn. A service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 11, 2018 at Kline Cemetery, Arboles Colorado. (C.R. 119 and Hwy 140).