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RUTH ELDRIDGE Obituary

ELDRIDGE, Ruth H. (Plumb) Of Somerville January 11, 2019. Beloved wife of the late William W. Eldridge. Loving mother of Kathleen Eldridge of Somerville, Maureen Cahill and her husband Jimmy of South Boston, Lynne Daniels and her husband Marc of Yarmouth, ME, Michael Eldridge and his wife Donna of West Tisbury, William Eldridge and his wife Mary Jane of Somerville, Susan Eldridge of Somerville, Joseph Eldridge and his wife Gina of North Reading and the late David Eldridge. Dear grandmother of Jamie, Timmy, Courtney, Billy, Megan, Jonathan, Claire, Elliot, Carli and Anthony. Also Survived by 7 great-grandchildren. Sister of the late David Plumb. A Funeral Home Service will be held for Ruth, in the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) SOMERVILLE, Tuesday morning at 11:00. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Monday, 4-8. Interment Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Ruth's memory to the charity of your choice.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 12 to Jan. 13, 2019.

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Randy Ventura

February 1, 2019

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Judy Knapp

January 14, 2019

I had the pleasure of working with Ruth many years ago at Somerville Hospital. She was a lovely lady, a hard worker and she adored her family. She taught me a lot as a young nurse. My deepest sympathy to her family. I am so sorry for your loss.

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George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville

855 Broadway Powder House Square, Somerville, MA 02144

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George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville

855 Broadway Powder House Square, Somerville, MA 02144

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