Ruthie moved to Oregon in 1995 after graduating from the University of Chico State and began her social work career. Before becoming a Personal Agent for Connections in 2012, she worked as a Case Manager for Pregnant & Parenting Teens in a Medford High School, a High School Special Education Teacher in Hermiston, and a Social Worker for Child Welfare in Grants Pass.
Ruthie has two adult children, Dominic and Demitri, the latter is serving our country in the US Army. She is passionate about people and frogs. After all, one may someday turn into a prince. In her free time, she loves cycling and crafting activities. She is also grateful to God for the mountain of friendships she has been blessed with in her lifetime.