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Ruth HENNESSY Obituary
Ruth Schilling Hennessy, age 86, of Palm Beach, passed away on February 22, 2016, at Good Samaritan Hospital, West Palm Beach, FL. She was born in Hackensack, NJ, and traveled the world with her loving husband of 64 years, Edward L. Hennessy, Jr., former Chairman of AlliedSignal Inc. Ruth and Ed lived in Belgium, England, West Hartford, CT, and Port Clyde, ME, and eventually settled home in New Vernon, NJ during the summer months and Palm Beach, FL each winter. Predeceased by her parents, Dr. Louis R. Schilling and Frances Loehwing; brother, Robert L. Schilling; and sister, Elizabeth Ann Onderdonk; she is survived by her husband, Ed; son, Michael and his wife, Kathy; daughter, Elizabeth "Beth"; grandchildren, Frances and Edward, several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, all of whom she loved so dearly. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at the Church of Christ the King, Blue Mill Rd., New Vernon, NJ on Saturday, February 27, 2016. A Memorial Mass for Ruth will be held 11:00AM on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at St. Edward's Church, 144 N. County Road, Palm Beach, FL. The family has requested donations be made to Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches, 1712 2nd Avenue N., Lake Worth, FL 33460 or Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ 07960 in her honor.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruth HENNESSY
ROSETHERESA JAMES
February 23, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
ROSE-THERESA JAMES
February 19, 2022
God puts very special people in our lives for a good reason. The day I met Ruth God put a very special person in my life who turned into an angel. I love you and miss you my friend. We will meet again with joy. xoxo
ROSE-THERESA JAMES
February 19, 2019
It's hard to believe 3 years have gone by. Ruth was a beautiful lady with a heart of gold. I met her in 2004 at the Delray Antique Mall. I had a Palm Beach casino collection from the 1920's on display. She stopped by to admire it. She was such a thoughtful person and always put others first. I treasure the friendship we developed and her kindness in inviting me to several of her charity benefits. Ruth was loved and respected by everyone. I had the pleasure of meeting her husband, Ed and her daughter, Beth. My heart goes out to both of them for their loss.
Rose James
August 6, 2016
Dear Beth and Ed - I just today read about Ruth's passing. I'm so sorry for your loss. She was truly a beautiful and gracious woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dan Perry
April 4, 2016
Dear Mr. Hennessy, Beth and Michael,
I just heard about Mrs. Hennessy passing - so sad and my prayers go out to all of you. I was blessed to visit with her approx. 3 years ago in PB.
All my best - Dan Perry
Melissa DelGrippo
March 17, 2016
We were very sad to hear of Mrs Hennessy's passing..We would like to extend our deepest sympathy, for the loss of the matriarch of your family, and hope that God brings you all the peace, that only God can, in times like this..We will always be grateful for having the honor of knowing this amazing woman. She taught us all so very much about, the true value of life, nature, family, and proper priorities.Her influence had a profoundly positive impact on how we have lived our lives everyday since last we saw her..We hope you are all well..and know that you are all fondly remembered..With our sincerest sympathy, and gratitude..Melissa, Bruce, Anthony & Dennis.
Laura McAllister
March 16, 2016
A lovely lady who I met rhrough her daughter Beth. My condolences to the Henessey family.
Lucille Gioello
March 15, 2016
dear Mr. Hennessy...
When I was your administrative assistant at Heublein back in 70's, I had the pleasure of meeting your wife and hearing about your children in between setting up crew for Beth-a-bell (?name).
Your devotion to family and little touches like sending Valentine flowers to Mrs. H and Beth were a tribute to your deepest feelings for loved ones.
Please accept my condolences to one and all for the passing of Mrs. Hennessy...May memories of wonderful times shared together help you all thru difficult times ahead.
Lucille Marques Gioello, West Hartford
Trish Chobrda Benisch
February 28, 2016
Dear Beth,
I just learned of your mother's passing at Mass this morning. I am truly sorry for your loss. She was a very special lady. Always gracious and loving.
You and your father have kept her going and happy for quite some time now. It will be hard for a while, but she will always be with you. I think our mother's are having a great chat in heaven!
Love,
Trish Chobrda Benisch
Donna Fico
February 26, 2016
Dear Beth, Ed, Michael and family,
I feel your pain with the loss of your dear mother and wife. God bless you and be with you in this very difficult time. May your memories bring peace and smiles of joy.
Love, Donna Fico
February 26, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Hennessy family. May the God of all comfort give you strength and peace during this difficult time.
C. Ojeda
February 25, 2016
I'm sorry for the loss of your loved one. I hope the promise found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 offers hope and comfort.
Debbie Wollen
February 25, 2016
Ed, Mike & Beth,
It's been many years since my days at AlliedSignal when I worked for Ed alongside Marie but I remember Ruth well. My sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of someone dear to you.
Debbie Anderson Wollen
Ali Brady
February 24, 2016
So sorry to hear the news. Ruth was a wonderful person whom I've known and respected since childhood. Much love to her daughter Beth, husband Ed, and their whole family.
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