Ruth COLTON Obituary

COLTON, Ruth (1925-2010) Ruth Colton passed away Saturday, October 16, 2010 at her home. She spent the day surrounded by family and friends. Beloved and devoted mother to her daughters, Dolly (Larry) Bretter, Anita (Chris) Anderson and Beverly Gruber. The most cherished and generous "Grandma" to Marc (Simone) Bretter, Amanda (Matt) Waterman and Erica Gruber. Adoring great-grandmother to Jonah Waterman. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Louis Colton. She leaves behind dearest friends, Rina Raike and Dr. Leon and Annette Benveniste. Her greatest pleasure was to be with her family. Our family would like to thank her caregivers, Vivian, Cristana, Afsoon and Maria. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to Beit T'Shuvah, 8831 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034 or to a charity of your choice. Private services will be held.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Oct. 19, 2010.

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Stan Schilling

October 19, 2010

My deepest condolences to you Dolly & Anita on the passing of your Mother.

A friend Class of Hamiltion High School 1964 Vriendens

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