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Ruth Ftorek Obituary

Of Needham on Aug 17, 2008. Beloved wife for 61 years of Stephen J. Loving mother of Stephen J. Jr. and his wife Tessa of Robbinston ME, Robert B. Robbie and his wife Wendy of Wolfeboro NH and Jorie and her partner Patti of Binghamton NY. Sister of James Barton of Derry NH, Robert Barton of Needham and the late Richard Barton of Scituate. Devoted grandmother of 7 and great grandmother of 5. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Eaton Funeral Home 1351 Highland Ave. NEEDHAM on Wed Aug 20 at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Tues 4-8 PM. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery Needham. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Patricks Manor 863 Central St. Framingham, MA 01701. For directions, obit or to send a note of condolence, please visit: www.eatonfuneralhomes.com Eaton Funeral Home 781-444-0201

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 18 to Aug. 19, 2008.

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Jeanne Lynch

August 18, 2008

Jorie, sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. At this difficult time, Take a moment to think back to the "Whynots" this will put a smile on your face and in your heart.

Chris Carey

August 18, 2008

Ruthie,

From the time I met Jorie in the early 70's you and dad excepted me into your family when I needed a family to lean on.You were the mom I never had. I will miss you always and remember you for all the love you gave to me and to everyone who's life you touch. Chris

Brenda Magri

August 18, 2008

I am so happy that I got a chance to see Ruthie and get a big hug from her at the reunion. She was always so nice to all her young cousins and made us feel like we were special. A shining star in our family will be missed but her twinkle will remain in our hearts. She was very,very special.

Cousin Brenda

Susan Cutler Hotz

August 18, 2008

Ruth, she is a very special person in my life, always there when I needed her. Her love will always be rememmered.

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