Ruth Cheney Streeter passed away on September 30, 1990, at the age of 94.
Ruth Cheney Streeter died on September 30, 1990, shortly before her 95th birthday. Her death marked the end of a remarkable life dedicated to public service and military innovation. Streeter's leadership in the Women's Reserve during WWII was pioneering, creating pathways for women in military roles and challenging societal norms about women's capabilities in leadership.