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Ruth Abbott Obituary

ABBOTT RUTH GRACE ABBOTT Of Takoma Park, MD died October 14, 2009 at age 89. She was married to Mayor Sam Abbott, with whom she had three children: physician Abraham Abbott (wife Sonata); artist Susan Abbott Arisman (husband James); and writer Nancy Abbott Young. She is also survived by grandchildren: Jim Abbott, wife Alyson, daughter Ashley; Roxanna Abbott Lewis, husband Eric, son Maxwell; Nathaniel Vaughan; and Colin Arisman. Services will be held by the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in Ruth''s memory to the Public Citizen Health Research Group, c/o Dr. Sydney Wolfe, 1600 20th St., N.W., DC 20009.

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 18, 2009.

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Catherine Hagerty Songster

November 17, 2009

Dear Susie and Family ~

A great lady. And, oh so many wonderful memories. So lucky am I to have shared in some of them. Growing up in Takoma Park, I ate my very first pizza in Mrs. Abbott's kitchen, homemade of course, and delicious. I will always treasure my friendship with Susan and time spent with her family.

Much love.

Alan Barclay

November 16, 2009

Peace be with all of you. Sorry to hear of her passing.

My brother sent the link, just in time. Long ago, in a galaxy far away, when I was young, I delivered the now-defunct Washington Star to her and Sam, and attended school with her daughters.

Mary Allen

October 19, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I wish for you a time of celebration as you remember the very special person your mother was in your lives.
Much love,
Mary

T. Parker

October 18, 2009

To The Abbott Family,

May you find comfort amongst family, friends and the comforting words found at John 5:28,29.

Marcie McQueen

October 18, 2009

May the many fond memories that you have be a comfort to you. It was truly a pleasure to know your Mother.

Peace be with you,
The McQueen family

Dee

October 18, 2009

My deepest condolences are with you at this time of need. Know that god
feels your pain as well. Go to him in prayer and he will comfort you very
much.

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