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Ruth Penttinen Obituary
Ruth was predeceased by her beloved husband, Oliver J. Penttinen. She is lovingly survived by her children, Jane (Joseph) Sidebotham of Mantua, Ilona (James) Schrader of Sterling, CT and Edwin Penttinen of Mantua; 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held privately at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made in her name to the Alzheimer's Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market St., Suite 102, Phila., PA 19106. You may contact her daughter, Jane Sidebotham at 51 West Elm Avenue, Mantua, NJ 08051. Arrangements HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Cherry Hill, NJ.
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Dorothy Boraski
December 18, 2008
Jane & Joe
We were so very sorry to hear the news. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dorothy & Jim
Josephine Bard
December 16, 2008
Jane&Ilona I'm so very sorry for your loss. I was just in Ct. I lost my dad Lucien Gocka Nov. 12 2008, Your mom taught me so much . I often think of all the times sewing at your house in CT.I would not have ever done this without her she was a good teacher .A wonderfull person .I'm so sorry.
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