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Ruth Mahan Obituary

Ruth G. (Sturtevant) Mahan, 89, of Spencer, died Friday, February 9th in St. Vincent Hospital. Her husband of 62 years, Richard L. Mahan, Sr. died in 1998. She is survived by a son, Richard L. Mahan, Jr. and his wife Marcy L. of Danielson, CT; 2 daughters, Ruth D. Cole, with whom she lived and Lois J. wife of Ronald L. Pirani of Worcester; a brother, Ralph D. Sturtevant, Jr. of Spencer; a sister, Sylvia M. Warden of Cummins, GA; 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandson and several nephews and nieces. Two sisters, Helen J. Pfennig and Dorothy A. Boisclair predeceased her.

She was born in West Boylston, the daughter of Ralph D. Sturtevant, Sr. and Nellie (Ryan) Sturtevant. Mrs. Mahan was a graduate of South High. She was a former member of Bethany Congregational Church and the Auburn Sportsman Club. Mrs. Mahan loved the Red Sox, camping, cruising and trips to the casino but most of all her family and family events. She enriched all those left behind with her enjoyment of life and great sense of humor and will be missed by all.

The funeral is Tuesday, February 13th with a service at 11:00 AM in O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park. Calling hours will be held from 9:00 AM until the time of the service.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Feb. 11, 2007.

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Tink and Bob Burke

Marilyn Burke

February 13, 2007

Dear Ruth and family,
So sorry to hear about your mom, we are thinking about you at this time down here in Florida. Love you. Tink and Bob Burke

Pat Burgess

February 12, 2007

DearRuth and Family
I'm really sorry for your loss,She was a lovely lady, and I know you will miss her so much..But, we do have the Memories,and that is always a great help..I will be thinking of you and all the family tomorrow. Love, Pat "Bissell"Burgess

Jeanne Dubrule

February 11, 2007

Ruthie, Lois, Dick, Grandchildren and extended family:
I will always remember all the fun times like Christmas gatherings at Gram and Gramps, Sunday dinners,cook outs, pitch games, and most of all camping out at Pout & Trout. Mom was like a real Mom to me and always treated me well and with love. I will always keep a special spot in my heart for her. I love you Mom
Jeanne

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