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Ruth Abrams Obituary

ABRAMS--Ruth (Friedman), 92, of Scranton, PA, died peacefully Saturday, September 6th. She was the wife of the late Arthur L. Abrams for 59 years. Beloved mother of Judy and Michael, Ellen and Rick, Annie and John; proud and adoring grandmother of David, Daniel, Sara, Lauren, Max, Emily and Ben; cherished great-grandmother of Jacob, Joshua, Kira, Aatien, Talia, Lila, Infiniti and Nathaniel. She was elegant and opinionated. She was the life of the party. She was the matriarch of our family. She will be missed. Funeral services on Sunday at 1pm, Ziman Funeral home, 612 E. Gibson Street, Scranton, PA. Shiva: Sunday from 5 to 8pm and Monday from 1 to 6pm at 550 Clay Ave., Scranton, then Tuesday and Wednesday from 2 to 8pm at 1158 Fifth Avenue (at 97th St), apt. 16A in New York City.

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Published by New York Times on Sep. 7, 2008.

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Toni Alperin Goldberg

September 1, 2021

My mentor, my adored friend and much loved by her community.......had the best parties in town.

Toni Alperin Goldberg

September 1, 2020

Memories still so vivid of this fabulous lady ........ she always made me feel so special.

Bill Blane

September 29, 2008

Dear Ellen, I was so sorry to learn about the loss of your mother.Please accept my deepest sympathies and know that you are in my thoughts.

Gail Rothstein Forstater and Family

September 23, 2008

Dear Annie, Judy , Ellen and Family,
I am sorry for your loss of Ruth. She was elegant and bright. I will always remember how proud Mimi felt about your Mom. Your Dad and Isie were a sweet pair of friends ... I have many special memories of family times together. Our parents understood how to create richness in their lives. We send you love and wishes for the warm connections with family and friends like our parents have known so well.

The Rev. Walter J. Smith, S.J.

September 11, 2008

My dearest Judy and Michael,

I have just learned of the death of your beloved mother. I recall the lovely occasions I shared with her, most memorably the weekend lunch at your country home a few years ago.

May your lives always be enriched in her memory, and may you be comforted in her loss.

Your friends at HealthCare Chaplaincy join with me in expressing our sincere condolence.

You and your family are especially in my thoughts and prayers and held deeply in my love.

Judy and Bernie Hochman

September 10, 2008

Bernie and I extend our most sincere condolences. Ruth was delightful and amazing. Each time we met, she was always both interested and interesting! She will be remembered fondly.

The Staff of Mercy Hospice

September 9, 2008

The entire staff of Mercy Hospice extends their heartfelt sympathy to Ruth's family. May God grant you his Shalom.

Ruth Williams

September 8, 2008

I will cherish all the memories of Ruth , she will hold a special place in my heart forever. Thank You Judy, Ellen, and Annie for making it possible for me to meet such a wonderful lady.

Maxine & Seymour Mendelssohn

September 7, 2008

Seymour & I would like to express our sympathy to all.
We saw your mother the last time we were in Scranton at the Mallat Steamtown We had a niece long talk and as always she asked about us all..The one vivid memory is hearing your mother say to me standup straight.. As I now have arthrists my granddaughters says that to me today. Seymour and I will always think of her fondly.
Our best to all.

Toni Alperin Goldberg

September 7, 2008

With deep sadness and glorious memories of this magnificent woman, my thoughts are with you.

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