OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) - February 12, 1912. It is the day that 112-year-old Ruth Stryzewski was born in Waushara Co. and the beginning of a life full of love, fun and memories that are still being made. “I proclaim February 20th as a day to celebrate the life and legacy of Ruth, and wish her…
OSHKOSH, Wisconsin (WABC) A woman in Wisconsin who beat COVID-19 is now getting ready to celebrate her 109th birthday.
Ruth Stryzewski spent several weeks in isolation while fighting the virus, but her family said her symptoms were mild.
She didn t require hospitalization and has now totally recovered. Remarkably at this age, she was able to fight through that, that horrible virus, and is doing very well today, said Ingrid Garrison, an activities specialist at Parkview Health Center. She s gaining her strength back and becoming the old Ruth we knew.
Her family and loved ones hope her story of survival will inspire others who may feel a sense of hopelessness.
Ruth Stryzewski prepares to turn 109 on Feb. 20. Author: CNN News Source Updated: 9:06 AM EST January 16, 2021
OSHKOSH, Wis. A Wisconsin woman is over a century old and has beaten COVID-19.
Now Ruth Stryzewski is looking forward to celebrating her 109th birthday.
But it s her recent battle with COVID-19, that has caregivers at the Parkview Health Center in Oshkosh feeling like she beat the biggest of all odds. Remarkably, at this age, she was able to fight through that, that horrible virus, and is doing very well today,” said Ingrid Garrison, who is Parkview’s activities specialist. “She s gaining her strength back and becoming the old Ruth we knew.