Dorothy M. Ruwe Halsema, 74, R.2, Brookston, died Saturday, Feb. 27, at her home.

She was born Sept. 22, 1918, to Walter and Ellen Saathoff Ruwe, in Lafayette. She was married Feb. 23, 1943, to Lucius Halsema, in Chalmers, and he died Jan. 10, 1977.

She was a homemaker.

Survivors include a son, Ed Halsema, R.2, Brookston, and a special friend, William 'Bill' Tilley of Brookston.

The funeral was Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Brookston, with Rev Lori Blinn Gibson officiating.

Burial was in IOOF Cemetery, Brookston.

Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.