Ruth May Oja

November 30, 1954 - May 30, 2018

NORWAY- Ruth May Oja age 63 of Norway, died Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at Dickinson Co. Memorial Hospital in Iron Mountain, MI. She was born on November 30, 1954 in Ishpeming, the daughter of Arleen (Pearce) and the late William Spencer Felt. Ruth graduated from National Mine High School in 1972 and attended Northern Michigan University. She was a victim’s advocate for over 27 years, working for the Caring House, Delta Co. Alliance and has been running the program at Hannahville Potawatomi Indian Community for over 20 years. Her efforts have helped rebuild and empower countless women, helping them escape domestic violence situations. Ruth is survived by her son Jeremy Oja of Norway; daughter Devon (Emil) Walsh of North Carolina; grandsons Justice and Leo; mother Arleen Felt of Ishpeming; sisters Roberta (Terry) Minzey of Ishpeming and Beth Felt of Marquette; several nieces and nephews. Family will greet friends on Thursday, June 7 from 4-5 p.m. at the Ortman Funeral Home in Norway. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Ortman Funeral Home. Family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the NCADV (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence).