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1916

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2014

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RUTH POLISHOOK Obituary

POLISHOOK, Ruth (Goldstein) Of Newton, MA, passed away on April 8, 2014. Ruth was born on May 12, 1916 in Orient Heights. She was a renaissance woman having worked for a large oil company, and later alongside her husband Ben as his bookkeeper and office manager while his business grew. She and Ben traveled all over the world including Africa, Russia, China, and Israel. Ruth leaves her children, Harriet Stich and her partner Armin Szatmary, her son Bruce Polishook and his wife Robin. Ruth was the proud grandmother of Michelle Spitzkoff and her husband Craig, Jamie Muser and her husband Andrew, and Stacey & Lindsey Polishook. Ruth is survived by her great grandchildren Brandon, Isabella, Maya and Zachary. Services at Stanetsky Memorial Chapels, 1668 Beacon St., Brookline, MA, on Thursday, April 10, 2014 at 10:30 am. Following interment at Anshe SFard cemetery, Shiva will be held at her late residence until 8 pm, Friday noon to 5 pm, and Sunday 1-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Bridge Center, 470 Pine St., Bridgewater, MA 02324. Stanetsky Memorial Chapel Stanetsky.com 617-232-9300

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 8 to Apr. 9, 2014.

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April 10, 2014

On Behalf of the Murchison family we send thoughts of sympathy and support. Our heart goes out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. We will be praying with you.

With heartfelt condolences,
Cynthia Murchison

Bonnie Smith-Ryvicker

April 10, 2014

Harriet and Family- I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this emotional time.

Michael Bakerman

April 9, 2014

Bruce and Harriet,

Cindy and I offer our sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you.

Cindy and Michael Bakerman

April 9, 2014

On behalf of all of us at WORK, Inc. we want to express our condolences for your loss. We are making a donation to the Bridge Center in Ruth's name.
Sincerely,

Jim Cassetta

April 9, 2014

Bruce my sincere condolences to you and your family.

Mark Herendeen

Marc Paige

April 9, 2014

Ruth was a wonderful woman with a warm and loving way, a generous smile...and that legendary brisket! My thoughts and love goes out to the entire Polishook/Stich family at this time of loss.

lori horlink

April 9, 2014

Harriet my heart felt sympathies to you and your family. Your mom was so lucky to have such a wonderful family and my thoughts are with. xo,lori

Jim & Jeanine White

April 9, 2014

May I offer my condolences to you and your family in this difficult time.

Patty

April 9, 2014

You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for you and your family during this challenging time and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again. (John 17:3)

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