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Barbara Rymash Obituary
Born in St. Albans, Vt., she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Mabel (Richards) Shepard. Barbara was recently residing in Mystic, but lived most of her life in Quaker Hill. She along with her late husband Michael, were the owners and operators of the former Rymash New London Supermarket for many years. Barbara had many interests, she enjoyed traveling abroad, square and line dancing, crafts, sewing, knitting, pottery, oil painting and flower arranging. She had been an active member and past president of the Waterford Seniors.
She is survived by her two sons, Michael A. Rymash of Colchester, Vt. and James Rymash and his wife, Carolyn, of Noank; three grandchildren, Brooke and Donna Rymash and Michelle Peruccio and her husband, Paul; and two great-grandchildren, Megan and Jessica.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 310 Fort Hill Road, Groton. Burial will be private and there are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Southeastern Connecticut, 227 Dunham St., Norwich, CT 06360 (www.hospice.org).
Please visit www.mysticfuneralhome.com to leave an online expression of sympathy.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Rymash
February 13, 2012
Mike, Jim, Carrie and family, Your Mom was a special lady. We both have fond memories of her. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Sending our love and prayers Stephanie and Pete Lesage
February 12, 2012
To the Rymash family,
my deepest sympathy,I grew up in College Heights, and always stopped in the store on Bayonet street on our way home from school..always friendly to us kids..Mr Mike was a sweetheart as was his wife..
Paula Levanti Beckwith
Louise Fabrykiewicz
February 11, 2012
Michael and Jim,
my condolences at the passing of your mother.
What wonderful memories I have of Barbara,your Dad,grandparents and of course you darling kids.
Fondly,
Louise Fabrykiewicz (A Rymash Market regular)
Patty Sheehan-Wolfe
February 11, 2012
My childhood is filled with the fondest memories of Rymash market and the caring and kindness of both Barbara and Mike. I know she will be missed more than words can say but the celebration of her life will give you comfort and smiles. Sincerely Patty Sheehan Wolfe
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Bill Simons
February 11, 2012
Jim and Family,
Please accept my sympathies on your loss.
Bill Simons
Kerry Sullivan
February 10, 2012
Jim, Carrie and entire family, may smiles find a way back to you all when remembering all the great memories you had with Barbara. She was a fun lady who truly loved her family and spoke so fondly of you all. We shared a lot of laughs and had great times over the years. I have thought of Barb often and will cherish the years of friendship. My sympathies.
Nicki Beaudry
February 10, 2012
Rymash Family, I'm sorry to hear about your Mom. I remember going to Mike's all the time as a child. Your parents were always so nice to us kids. My condolences to your family.
Karin & Perry Crandall
February 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Emily,John Olbrys
February 9, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Joanne White
February 9, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Lisa,Terry,Jean Korth
February 9, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
DS
February 9, 2012
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. How deep the pain of death is for every one. May the God comfort help you through this difficult time.
Ginny Shepard
February 9, 2012
Jim & Carol, I'm so sorry to hear about Aunt Barbara. May she happily be joined with all the loved ones who went before her and celebrate being together again.
Love & Sympathy,
Ginny
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