Ruth P. Soares

Ruth Soares Obituary

Ruth P. Soares of Winthrop, family in Leominster; 87 WINTHROP Mrs. Ruth P. (Flanagan) Soares, age 87, of Winthrop, died peacefully on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, in the Abbott House Nursing Home, surrounded by her family, following a lengthy illness. She was the beloved wife of the late Retired Winthrop Firefighter Manuel "Jack" Soares. Born in Winthrop, Ruthie was the daughter of the late Charles A. and Lillian G. (Fraser) Flanagan. She attended Winthrop Schools, and was a graduate of Winthrop High School Class of 1939. She has made her home in Winthrop her entire life. She enjoyed ceramics and bingo. Most important, however, was caring for and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Summer vacations to "Merrymont" were always the highlight of the year. She was a longtime communicant of St. John the Evangelist Church in Winthrop. Ruthie's family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff and volunteers of the Abbott House Nursing Home for their never-ending care and love to Ruthie in her final months. She leaves her children, Ruth Hames of Winthrop, Mary Ellen Seeley of Lynn, Cathleen Roan and her husband, James of Winthrop, Christine Hanlon and her husband, John of Leominster, Edward Soares and his wife, Christina of East Boston, Paul Soares of Winthrop and his friend, Maria McCracken of East Boston, and the late John Soares. She was the mother-in-law of Gail (Jackson) Soares of Billerica. She was the sister of Retired Winthrop Fire Chief Charles Flanagan and his wife, Marilyn of Winthrop, and the late Helen Gilbert, Lillian Kennedy, and Mary Flanagan. She is further survived by 14 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. SOARES Ruthie's Funeral will be held from the O'Maley Funeral Home, 79 Atlantic St., WINTHROP on Tuesday at 11:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in the Church of St. John the Evangelist at 12:00 PM. Relatives and friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting Hours Monday 4-8 P.M. Gifts in Ruthie's name may be sent to the Resident Council Fund at the Abbott House Nursing Home, 28 Essex St., Lynn, MA 01902. For online memorial and guestbook, please visit www.mem.com

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Published by Sentinel & Enterprise from Dec. 5 to Dec. 6, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Soares

13 Entries

Christine Hanlon

December 10, 2008

Mom, Anyone who knew you, knows what a classy lady you were throughout your entire life You were dignified, yet never stuffy. You were hilarious, yet never crude. You posessed a wonderful sense of humor. You were a caring, thoughtful, compassionate, selfless woman. You were also a very strong woman as you faced many challenges head on.
Mom, I already miss you so very much. I know that Dad and Johnny were on either arm to escort you to your rightful place in Heaven. You may finally rest now. As I said in Johnny's eulogy..."your pain has finally ended while all of ours has just begun."
Mom, there is a special place in my heart for you. It is filled with many fond memories. Hopefully, these precious memories will help to ease the tremendous pain of losing a very special mom. I want you to know that I always realized how blessed I was to have you as my mom.
Mom, you hung on for so long. You must have heard all of us discussing theories of how to stay awake for you. So, thanks for the message...as I was driving to Paul's house...the very first song to play on my CD player was Josh Groban's AWAKE! I could not believe it. The final line of the song..."Remember all the love we shared today". When the doctor viewed how many people were gathered around you he said.."Wow, there is a lot of love in this room". Mom, thanks for always being there for me....and for all of us. Love Always, Your daughter, Chris

Joan Petersen

December 10, 2008

To the Soares family: It was with sadness I read of your beautiful Mother's passing. I had been away for a few days so I did not have the opportunity to express my condolences personally to each of you. My memories of Centre Street are not complete unless I think of Jack fixing my kids bikes or Ruth and her cups of tea, gentle words and kind thoughts. I never knew if it was because I loved EJ and she felt that because he was such a 'active' youngster she had to watch over me. You kids never gave me any trouble and I think of you all fondly.
Your Mom will be missed but is no longer suffering and has now joined her husband and son. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.

The Delaney Family

December 10, 2008

ahh Ruth, I still remember wondering where my mother was when she was gone for hours at a time. Over at Ruth and Jack's! You were so kind to me and my family for so many years and we were very saddened and were never the same after you moved. I remember when you used to be so stumped as to why our cat was so white and insisting that we bathed her! I miss that sweet smell of your house and your little walk between our houses. I will always cherish my memories of you. I wish you nothing but peace, and I am so comforted that Jack will be there waiting for you. You will never be forgotten.....

Nikki (Naso) DeVincent

December 9, 2008

To EJ, Paul, Christine, Ruthie, Mary Ellen, Cathy, Patty & Maureen, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother (grandmother). I will never forget her as I was blessed to have spent many years with your wonderful family which I will always cherish. My heart goes out to you all at this very difficult time. May you have comfort in knowing that she is now resting in peace with her beloved dear ones in heaven and God will take good care of her. God Bless you all.

Beverly Everbeck

December 8, 2008

I was sorry to hear of your loss, your mother and I go way back, and I often think of those good days when you were children.

The Kalogeris Family

December 8, 2008

Kathy, Jim, & Matt,
May Ruth find eternal peace in Heaven. May you and your family find comfort in the fond memories of her life.

Jack bernazzani

December 8, 2008

To Paul Soares & Patty Hames,
Sincerest condolences from an old friend.

Ellen (Gallagher) Baxter

December 8, 2008

Dear Cathy, Paul and Soares Family:

Your mom was a great lady who raised a wonderful family. We are praying for you at this difficult time.

Merrill and Bill Bloor

December 8, 2008

To the whole Soares Family, we are saddened to hear of your loss. At this time of year, especially with the holidays, it's even rougher. She is with the angels now and with her beautiful son John with whom we were dear friends.

Jane Sweeney Carideo

December 6, 2008

Dear Cousins, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Since I have been standing in your shoes recently, I know the pain and sorrow. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandma. She is with her parents, sisters and her dear Jack in heaven. We will never see the like of her generation again. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Fondly, Tom and Jane Carideo

Madeline DeSantis-Midkiff

December 6, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your
mother's passing...we remember
her and your family from St Johns and the church. We wish you
peace.

Patty Hames

December 6, 2008

Nana,
I couldn't have asked for a more loving, kind, thoughtful and nurturing grandmother. You were ALWAYS there! You were there when I was a child to hold my hand, you were there when I was a teenager to listen to my problems and give me advice. I will always remember you for that. The countless cups of tea at your kitchen table and all those long talks. I will forever be grateful that I had you in my life. God bless you Nana. I take comfort in knowing that you are finally reunited with Papa and Uncle Johnny, and all your loved ones. Watch over us Nana. I love you.

Joy and Paul Dawson

December 6, 2008

We offer our most sincere condolences to the whole Soares and Flanagan family. Ruth was such a wonderful lady and will be missed terribly.

Our wish for you all is that your many wonderful memories will sustain you during this difficult time. Until then, may it help you to know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of your friends and family.

May Ruth, now reunited with her beloved Jack. enjoy the eternal reward she so richly deserves.

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