Ruthie was born in Paraguay – South America.  She immigrated to the United States in 1988 where she met and married Dennis Gartung in Los Angeles, California.    Her husband's profession as a Pastor has taken her on a journey through California, Missouri and Illinois.  Ruthie's rich cultural experiences have taught her the importance of the power of diversity.  She is bilingual and speaks fluent English and Spanish.  Ruthie is passionate about se...