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Ruth Homberg Missing Person Case

Last seen in Dunkirk, Wisconsin on Nov 4, 1983

Victim Details

Jun 7, 2011

Mar 1, 2019

Ruth

Homberg

86

44

64 inches

117 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Nov 4, 1983

Dunkirk

Wisconsin

Dane County

21586

Dane County Sheriff's Office

Madison

Wisconsin

Dane County

53703

Brian Frisch

Detective

115 West Doty Street, Wisconsin

6082846155

County

Law Enforcement

83157694

Dane County Sheriff's Office

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP11168) and 13 other sources
Ruth Homberg, a 44-year-old woman, was last seen on November 4, 1983, in Dunkirk, Wisconsin. Described as a dedicated mother and a member of her local community, Ruth's disappearance has remained a troubling mystery for decades. On the day she vanished, she had been reported to be running errands, but she never returned home, prompting concern among her family and friends.

The initial investigation into Ruth's disappearance involved extensive searches in the surrounding areas. Law enforcement officials conducted interviews with family members, friends, and acquaintances, but no significant leads emerged. Ruth's case drew attention due to her sudden and unexplained absence, as she was known for her reliability and strong ties to her community. Despite efforts to track her movements and uncover any potential clues, the case went cold.

In the years following her disappearance, Ruth Homberg's case remained unsolved, and it continued to garner interest from both local residents and true crime enthusiasts. Various theories have been proposed regarding her fate, ranging from abduction to voluntary disappearance, but none have led to concrete evidence or resolutions. Ruth’s family has kept her memory alive, advocating for awareness about her case and hoping for new information that could lead to closure. The mystery surrounding her disappearance continues to be a poignant reminder of the unresolved nature of missing persons cases and the impact they have on loved ones left behind.
Last Seen: Nov 4, 1983

Links to Additional Sources (13)

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  • Ruth Ann Homberg | Clearinghouse for Missing
  • Ruth Ann Homberg - Wisconsin Missing Persons Advocacy Inc's
  • Ruth Homberg - International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • 1144DFWI - Ruth Ann Homberg - Doe Network
  • Missing: Ruth Ann Homberg and Tiffany Sessions - gone-podcast.com
  • Ruth Ann Homberg... - Wisconsin Missing Persons Advocacy, Inc
  • Ruth Ann Homberg - The Charley Project
  • Ruth Ann Homberg has been missing 11/4/1983 from Dunkirk, WI ...
  • WI - Ruth Homberg, 44, Dunkirk, 4 Nov 1983 | Websleuths
  • Homberg, Ruth - Wisconsin Missing
  • Homicide without the body Ruth Homberg Missing from Dunkirk ...
  • Ruth Ann Homberg has been missing 38 years today. She was last ...
  • Ruth Ann Homberg | Missing Person - CrimeTea

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP124375 • Found Apr 9, 1989
    View case
    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 45–50 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%106 mi away
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 89%135 lb vs 117 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Hazel vs Blue
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — Westby, Wisconsin - unidentified case UP4786
    Jane Doe — Westby, Wisconsin
    UP4786 • Found May 4, 1984
    View case
    Sex ✓Female
    Age 66%Est. 50–63 vs 44
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%99 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 61%150 lb vs 117 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP124858
    Jane Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP124858 • Found Jul 14, 1988
    View case
    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 40–49 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 74%106 mi away
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'2" vs 5'4"
    Weight 98%130 lb vs 117 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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