Ruth S. Dexter

Dexter, Ruth S.
ROTTERDAM - Ruth S. Dexter, of Rotterdam, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, September 14. Born in Schoharie County, she was the daughter of the late Myrtle and Herbert Cater. Beloved wife of the late Charles E. Dexter (married June 27, 1953), whom she shared over 50 years of marriage, until his passing on February 2, 2005.
Educated in the Gilboa and Middleburgh school districts in her adolescence, Ruth proudly returned to her education later in life, and received her GED. Marrying Charles in 1953 built their loving home together. In 1991 Charles and Ruth embarked on a new adventure, and moved to Florida, eventually missing home and returning to Rotterdam in 2005. Ruth was a retiree of the N.Y.S. Dept. of Taxation and Finance, and worked over the years for Crupe's Supermarket in Altamont and Central Market, prior to her N.Y.S. job. An avid gardener, traveler, reader and collector, Ruth collected knickknacks over her 90 years, resulting in a large collection of items she enjoyed. Above all Ruth will be remembered as a strong woman, who always persevered, loved and supported her family, and asked for very little, but constantly gave to others.
Ruth is survived by her children, Dennis Dexter, Marie (Leonard) Durham, and Glen (Linda) Dexter; her grandchildren, Scott (Arienne), Brittany (Drayke) Lance (Regina) Victoria (Ben) and Courtnay. Additionally, she is survived by her great-grandchildren, Tyler, Alexander, Annalyn, Charlotte, Wesley, Lydia, Elsie, Bryce, and Myles; and one great-great-grandchild, Greyson. Also survived by her brother, Melvin Cater; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, Ruth is predeceased by siblings, Arlene Guest and Herbert Cater.
Services were held for Ruth privately, and interment will be in Knox Cemetery in the Dexter family plot next to Ruth's beloved Charles.
Ruth's children would like to thank John Leone and Rachel Sherman for all they did for their mother for her final months.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a memorial contribution to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Online condolences available at Fredendallfuneralhome.com