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for RUTH SHAPIRO
November 27, 2012
My condolences to the Shapiro family. I always enjoyed being in your mother's company. She was truly an amazing Lady.
Denise McGowan
West Palm Beach, Florida
Sheila Hughes McNiff
October 24, 2012
Celebrating a wonderful lady who made a difference for so many. My thoughts and prayers are with the Shapiro family at this time.
Rogeria Rodrigues
October 22, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Megan and Matthew Grommes
October 22, 2012
My Condolences. God Bless. A true Lady, indeed.
Former Flagler Steakhouse server, Megan
October 18, 2012
My condolences to the Shapiro family. I always enjoyed chatting with your mother.
She was a true lady.
Gerald Small,
Cafe manager at the Ritz-Carlton
Niamh,Ciara,Aoife,Breffni Charles
October 17, 2012
You will always be remembered in our home Mrs Shapiro , Mom always talks about the first time ye met and laughs,the conversations about our Families and the great memories .She will never forget your spirit and kindness to her after ye got to know each other,Go nDeana Dia trocaire ar a anam.
Howard Wiseman
October 16, 2012
Condolences to the Shapiro Family on the loss of your Matriarch, Ruth. Everyone in the community should be thankful for her unparalleled legacy of concern, generosity and vision for the future at so many important institutions.
With Grateful Admiration,
Howard Wiseman, Brandeis '81
Joanne
October 16, 2012
Ruth Gordon Shapiro demonstrated "one person can make a difference " as she did throughout her life. My deepest condolences for your loss of such a marvelous individual.
Benjamin Juarez
October 16, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Shapiro family during this tragic time. Ruth was a great friend to the arts; her generosity and devotion made the world a better place, and she will not be forgotten.
With sympathies,
Benjamin Juarez,
College of Fine Arts
Boston University
October 15, 2012
May her memory be a blessing and her life serve as an example for the world.
Annemarie O'Brien
October 15, 2012
To Jennifer & Mark,
Our thoughts are with you as your angel watches over you both and your family. How fortunate you are to have had such a wonderful person in your lives. We are sure you will miss her terribly.
With Love & Prayers,
Annemarie & Bill O'Brien
October 15, 2012
Although I do not personally know the Shapiro family, I am an extended employee to The Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA. The generosity of the family has been monumental to our society. Thank you so much for your kindness and your humanity. You will sadly missed as you were an angel here on earth. May God Bless you all and hope that the wonderful memories you share will help ease you in this sad time of sorrow.
Sincerely, D Nicole Greco
Leonard & Deena Segal
October 15, 2012
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Ruth Shapiro. Her passion to help others and generosity of her and Mr. Shapiro are beyond words. The world is a better place thanks to them.
Leonard & Deena Segal
Cheryl Baughman
October 15, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Ruth was such a gracious person, always welcoming me as I tagged along with my husband, Ken. Ken loved both Ruth and Carl. My prayers are with all of you.
Vera Vazquez
October 15, 2012
My prayers are with the Shapiro family during their time of grief..I work in the Shapiro bldg at BWH thanks to Carl and Ruth.
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