Ruth Suckow

1892–1960 (age 68)

Biography

Ruth Suckow chronicled the rhythms of Iowa life with a sharp eye for character and a gentle humor that eased readers into the joys and struggles of rural communities.

Her novels, essays, and stories continued to inspire thoughtful appreciation for the Midwest long after her passing, and Greenwood Cemetery shelters the quiet gratitude of those whose lives she shaped.

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