Ruth Alice Webber of East Chelmsford passed into her new life on Christmas Eve, 2024. Born on May 22, 1947, she was the only child of the late George Henry Webber and Edith Alice (Dunstan) Webber.
A graduate of Boston University class of 1969, Ruth was a vibrant and truly caring individual. She worked until retirement as a teacher in the Tyngsborough, MA school system, where she also served as a counsellor to many of the graduating classes and advisor to the class yearbooks.
In her youth, Ruth had been an officer in the Masonic Order of the Rainbow Girls, and was an accomplished dancer and pianist. She took part in the local choral groups and theater – and especially enjoyed her performance in the production of the opera Carmen. She was active in her parish- Calvary Baptist Church in Lowell, where she served as Deacon, as well as Chairwoman of Christian Education Committee; Sunday-School Superintendent and sang in the choir.
Ruthy was a linguistic enthusiast and was always ready to create cheerful puns. She was also known for the notes, greeting cards, and cards of congratulations which she sent to her family and friends on special occasions.
She is survived by her close friends, James and Cheri King of East Chelmsford, and her cousins Elizabeth Stone of Wenham, MA; Susan Skrmetti of Memphis, TN; Richard and Barbara Dunstan; Carol (Dunstan) Anderson of New Hampshire; and her more distant cousins Howard Briggs of the UK and Robert H. Larder, Esquire of Woonsocket, RI.
She was predeceased by her cousins Gilbert Nurmi, Nancy Nurmi, and Linda Gail Dunstan.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the Calvary Baptist Church, 60 Hastings St, Lowell, MA 01851.
Ruth’s service will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 11AM, graveside at Pine Ridge Cemetery, 130 Billerica Rd, Chelmsford, MA 01824. ARRANGEMENTS BY MORSE-BAYLISS FUNERAL HOME 978-458-6841. Guestbook at www.morsebaylissfuneralhome.com.
11 responses to “Ruth Alice Webber of East Chelmsford”
Our family has many happy memories of Ruth, her mom and dad’s visits to Fitchburg, MA to see Aunt Ada, Uncle Arthur, and cousins Betty, Gil, Susan and Nancy. We celebrated special events together and spent some great times at Hampton Beach and Camp Wellville. Ruthy had inherited her father’s fun-loving side and we shared much laughter during her visits. Much of that time was sitting around the kitchen table with a pot of hot tea and goodies listening to Aunt Alice and my mom talking about their younger lives! She was very interested in staying close to her family in Maine, Billerica, Woonsocket and England. She always shared wonderful stories of her family and friends!
I worked for many years with Ruth in the Tyngsboro Public School system. She was always bright and cheerful with a laugh that was contagious. Whenever there was a question about what was legal or illegal in making a change in a teacher’s contract, we always went to Ruth for advice. She was very knowledgeable about so many things, especially when it came to proper English. May she rest in peace.
Ruthy, as she liked to be called, was a wonderful mentor when I was a first year teacher in Tyngsborough. She always thought of her students’ needs first and was a pleasure to work with. I’m sure she’ll see the Gates of Heaven very soon.
I attended high school with Ruthy. We were in the choir together. I then had the privilege of teaching with her in Tyngsboro. She used to make rum balls for the holidays. Always a laugh. May she rest with the Angels.
I worked with Ruth in Tyngsboro for many years. She could brighten anyone’s day with her kindness and sense of humor, along with her wonderful laugh. She had such a fun-loving outlook on life and she brought all those wonderful qualities to her classroom. Ruth will be remembered fondly by the many students of Tyngsboro whose lives she enriched and by all who were privileged to know her.
May she rest in peace…
Ruth was a wonderful, fun loving person. When I first started teaching she was in the room next to me. She was so helpful. She could find the humor in any situation. She loved her family and her church and would often talk about them. I have so many fond memories of time spent with Ruth and her great laugh!
I taught with Ruth for a short time in Tyngsboro. She was so warm hearted and fun-loving. i very sad to hear of her death.
Teaching with Ruth was truly a gift. She was loved by so many students and colleagues. Ruth was someone who made you feel welcome. She made you feel special. Ruth will always be remembered.
Ruthy was our classmate at Chelmsford High School
Never saw her without her wonderful smile
She was a good friend to all We kept in touch off ‘n on for past nearly 6 decades
Ruthy loved the color red and angels Today I will wear a red flowed dress and an angel pine in her honor
Am sure you are with the angels now
watch over us Ruth
Mary
Ruthy was a unique blend of all the best qualities of Aunt Alice and Uncle George – full of love, joy, compassion, acceptance and humor! It didn’t stop there because she added her own talents and we all were so blessed to be a part of her world.
Through the good and not so good times, Ruthy, Aunt Alice and a pot of tea around the kitchen table brought joy and comfort that I treasured in years past and to this day remains with me. Learned from the best.
Ruthy – I know you are in a better place and I have no doubt you are singing, if not leading, a choir of angels💕
I always enjoyed Ruth’s company. She was always a good friend. My wife and we’re in process of making “RUTH WEBER’s MOST DANGEROUS RUM BALLS EVER” ( 1-1/2 cups rum) when we googled her to find up she was up to. Party time in heaven!
May perpetual light shine upon you, your Ruth. You were certainly a shining light in our lives.