Ruth Margaret Schnyder Masakowski

Ruth Margaret Schnyder Masakowski, grand matriarch of the Masakowski family, entered the spiritual realm on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at 93 years old. She joined her cherished son, Robert, and her devoted husband, Alphonse. Ruth was born in New Orleans and raised in the Irish Channel neighborhood as a member of the Schnyder family, a talented clan of artists and educators. When she was 19, she fell madly in love with a young World War II soldier while he was stationed in New Orleans and they quickly married. After a number of years in his home state of Wisconsin, the lure of Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras, and majestic oak trees beckoned, and the young couple settled permanently in New Orleans to raise their brood of six children. Ruth treasured her children more than anything and embraced every moment with them. She believed in letting children be children, leading to music and dance at all hours, finger paint stained walls, and cornstarch-covered kitchens. While devoting her life to her children and a myriad of companion animals, Ruth was also a talented interior decorator, singer, and storyteller who inspired many with her creativity and imagination. Her loving nature, optimism, playful spirit, and infectious sense of humor were loved by all who knew her. Ruth had a huge family who adored her. Children: Robert (deceased), Bonnie, Mark, Steve, Nancy and Sally; Grandchildren: Madison, John, Sasha, Martin, Kelle, and Krista; Great grandson: John Bruce and his loving mother, Angelle. Daughters and Sons-in-law: Ulrike, Jo Ann, Venus, Brownell, Carl, Ron (deceased), and Joe (deceased). In her final days, Ruth was immersed in the tremendous love of her family and devoted caregivers, Rebecca and Lisa, all singing her favorite Christmas carols. A private service was held in her memory. Rest in peace Mama, Grandma, MeeMaw, Nana, Raycious, RuRu, Lit. We love and miss you so much, but are happy that you are in a "positive flow" and united with your spiritual family. The family invites you to share your thoughts fond memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.