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Ruth Walsh Obituary
Ruth Kathleen (Donnelly) Walsh passed away peacefully on April 1, 2017 with her family by her side. Born in New Britain, she was the only daughter of the late Arthur Donnelly and Evelyn (Grey) Donnelly. She was predeceased by her husband, and love of her life, James D. Walsh. Together they raised four children, William, Brian, Margaret and James. She was also predeceased by their infant son John. After attending New Britain High School, graduating in 1948, she went on to graduate from the New Britain General Hospital School of Nursing in 1951. She dedicated her professional career to nursing at many places including New Britain General Hospital and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Michigan. Ruth orchestrated many family vacations in Westbrook, CT and Block Island, RI for her family, the memories of which they will cherish forever. The many family holiday traditions she established including Christmas Eve Dinner and Thanksgiving Jeopardy will be carried on by her loving family which includes her eight grandchildren, Jennifer, Sarah, Heather, Shannon, Jessica, Michael, Erin and Ian. Ruthie was a selfless individual who taught her children and grandchildren love, compassion and loyalty. Her wisdom, dedication to family and sense of humor will be missed immensely. Visitation will be Friday, April 7th from 5:00 to 7:00pm and Saturday, April 8th from 9:00 to 10:00am at Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Square in New Britain, CT. A Christian Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, April 8th, 10:00am at St. Joseph Church, 195 South Main St. in New Britain, CT. Burial will be a private ceremony at the convenience of her family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the Salvation Army 78 Franklin Square, New Britain, CT 06051. To share a condolence please visit www.farrellfuneralhome.com
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Claudette Belliveau_Grubelich
April 8, 2017
Farewell Ruthie until we meet again in the afterlife. I can still remember from 70 yars ago your sparkle and infectious laughter. You were lots of fun. God bless you.
Gary DeMayo
April 7, 2017
Jim and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cindy Panioto
April 7, 2017
Bill, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the memories you all share of your Mother bring you peace during this difficult time.
Debbi Freedman
April 5, 2017
Bill,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. Bruce used to tell me how much she meant to you and your daughters! I will pray for her soul and strength for your family during this very difficult time.
Cliff Colwell
April 5, 2017
Jim, Brian, Bill, Margaret & families, the deepest sympathy on your loss of the matriarch of the Walsh family. May your happy memories help get you through the difficult days & weeks ahead.
April 5, 2017
Dear Bill,
Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.
Barbara and Peter Guerra
Niantic, CT
April 5, 2017
So sorry for your loss.
Prayers for you all at this difficult time.
Sue Falvey
Tom Guerra
April 5, 2017
Bill, Brian, Jimmy and Margaret, my sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom.
Wishing you strength and peace as you remember her in days to come.
Farrell Funeral Home
April 5, 2017
Our sincere sympathies for your loss.
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