Ruth A. Sherwood

Ruth Sherwood Obituary

Of Charlestown, April 2. Beloved wife of the late Wallace E. Sherwood. Devoted mother of Atty. Daniel K. Sherwood and his wife Joanne of Hooksett, NH, Joseph K. Sherwood and his wife Denise, Mark E. Sherwood and his wife Melanie all of Manchester, NH, and Jim K. Sherwood and his wife Chris of Salt Lake City, Utah. Sister of Marie Hubbard, Marion Wood, Kelso "Sonny" Isom all of Charlestown, John Isom of Peabody, Robert Isom of Brockton, Christine Musker of Billerica and the late Laura Crowley and Carl Isom. Also survived by 7 grandchildren. Funeral from the John H. Sawyer Funeral Home, 329 Bunker Hill St., CHARLESTOWN, Saturday, April 5 at 9:10AM. Funeral Service in St. John's Episcopal Church, 27 Devens St., Charlestown, at 10 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-8PM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers remembrances in Ruth's name may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, 27 Devens St., Charlestown, MA 02129. Parking area opposite Funeral Home.

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Published by Boston Globe on Apr. 4, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Sherwood

12 Entries

Tom and Camille Paskett

April 7, 2008

Jim,

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know how much we care for you and are thinking of you at this time.

Remember, families can be together forever.

Love, Tom and Camille

Anne Chaisson

April 6, 2008

Dear Joe,
I,m so sorry for your loss, I remember when we were kids on Mead St. Take care of yourself & GodBless you and your family.
Tootsie McIntosh Chaisson

Sal & Carolyn Carmosino

April 4, 2008

She was such a lovely person. I enjoyed all our talks at family gatherings. May God hold you all in his hands during this sad time.
Love, Dad & Carolyn

Brian & Sandra Malone & Sons

April 4, 2008

Joe & Family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom / Nana. You are in our prayers.

bob isom

April 4, 2008

We'll miss you very much --love your brother BINK and sister in-law Julia

Alice Gardner

April 4, 2008

Dearest Ruth,

We have been close friends for over 50 yrs. It won't be easy for me without you sharing our many cups of coffee and inward thoughts. You will always be in my thoughts and I will be talking with you many times until I see you. Then we'll have a great gab fest! Much love, Alice G

Misti Dale

April 4, 2008

Dan, Joanne and the Sherwood (Isom) Family,

Words, however kind, can't mend your heartache: but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends.

With Sincerest Sympathy,
Tom and Misti Dale

Katherine Sailor

April 4, 2008

Dearest Dan and Joanne, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the memories you have of your mom comfort you.

Love, Kathy and Bill

Connie Molinaro (Brazil) and Family

April 4, 2008

To Mark and Jimmy and Family:
I have so many fond memories of your Mom (and Dad) as we were growing up: St. John's, confirmation, proms. Your Mom was quiet and you knew she meant business with only saying a few words. She loved all of you and is surrounding you all with her love and presence. She is at rest now, so think of her in happier times.

Peace be with all of you during your time of sorrow.

We Love You All So Very Much. With Our Heartfelt Sympathy, Tracey and Jim

April 4, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Dawn O'Brien

April 4, 2008

Dan and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories keep your mom's spiriit alive and bring comfort to you through this difficult period.

Allen Jarasitis

April 4, 2008

deepest sympathy

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