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Ruth Dexter Obituary

ROCHESTER, N.H. - Ruth M. Dexter, 93, passed away peacefully, Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 21, 2017 surrounded by family. She was born at home in Milton, N.H. on January 22, 1924, the daughter of Carl and Marion Burrows. Ruth was a graduate of Nute High School. She worked for many years in the shoe industry until retirement.

Ruth was truly a remarkable woman who had a deep devotion to God. Always smiling, she touched and warmed the hearts of her family and friends. She loved her family beyond measure and looked forward to the moments she would spend with each and every one of them. She had a love for animals, especially her granddog, Suzy.

Ruth was very active in the Women's Union and on many various committees at the Milton Community Church.

Ruth is survived by her five children, Lloyd Burrows and wife Nancy, Ernest Dexter and wife Pat, Calvin Dexter and wife Brenda, Randy Dexter, Linda Couture and husband, Ernest. She is survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her siblings: Juanita, Anna, Carlene, Frances, Luman, Malcolm, George, Edgar, Daniel.

Special thanks to the Dover Rehab Center staff members, Constellation Hospice, Melissa, June and Edwin and Pat.

SERVICES: Funeral services will be held at the Milton Community Church on Monday, Nov. 27, at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Ruth's name to the Milton Community Church, Milton, N.H.

To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Foster's Daily Democrat from Nov. 23 to Nov. 26, 2017.

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Becky (Burrows) Warburton

November 27, 2017

I will always remember Auntie Ruth being strong in her faith, always with a smile, and very interested in all that was around her. The last of her generation she leaves a lasting legacy in her children, grandchildren and great grand children. She is now reunited with those who left before her. I pray that the very best of memories bring you all comfort and strength. I hold you all close in my prayers.

Stephen Hagen

November 27, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michael Smith

November 26, 2017

I would like to express my condolence for Ruth's passing. Ruth was a pleasure to be around, she was always helping in church and anytime you saw her she had a big smile on her face.

She will be surely missed, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ray&Claire Guilbault

November 24, 2017

Sorry to hear about your Loss

Penny Baker

November 24, 2017

So sorry to hear of Ruthie's passing. She was such a sweet, happy woman. I always enjoyed our conversations. She sure did love her family as well as her church family. She is now in Heaven and although we will miss her, we will see her again one day. Sending my deepest sympathies to all of her family.

Herbert and Virginia Portigue

November 24, 2017

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

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