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Leopold, Ruth M.
Ruth M Leopold, 87, of Pittsford, NY died peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, under hospice care in Rochester. Ruth was born in Buffalo, NY and lived on Nevada Ave until she was married to Don (deceased) in 1953. She knew Don from a young age, as they were neighbors growing up, and she started dating him while attending Mount St Joseph high school in Buffalo. Upon graduation, she worked at Eder Brothers as a secretary until 1954 when she dedicated her life to raising a family. By 1960, Ruth and Don were raising 4 children. They remained in Buffalo until 1966 when Don was transferred to Rochester where they bought a home in Fairport. After the children were sufficiently grown, Ruth started working at Wegmans and became the Manager of the Health Food and Cheese departments. She remained there for 12 years before settling into retirement when she started pursuing her many creative interests.
Upon retirement, Ruth enjoyed and excelled at many crafts including sewing, painting, quilting, and needle point. She also loved to spend time gardening and creating a beautiful, warm, and welcoming home. Above all, she loved spending time with grandchildren and having family and friends gather in her home. Ruth was deeply religious and attended church services at St John of Rochester on a regular basis. She was a truly selfless person who lived her life modeling Catholic values. She was compassionate and loving to all around her and touched many lives in a profound way.
She is survived by her sons Michael and Donald, Daughter Katharine, Daughter in-laws, Mary, Kim, and Julie, Son-in-law, Tom; Grandchildren James, Jonathan, Brittany, Lydia, Elizabeth, Emily, Daniel, Jennifer, Marianne; Great Grandchildren Zeriah, Akai, Elijah, Ellie, Benson, Bentley, Melaney. Ruth also had an extended family of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Donald, and her Son Daniel.
Visitation will be from 1 to 3 on Sunday January 26, 2020 at Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport, NY 14450. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered at St John of Rochester Church in Fairport, NY on Monday, January 27, 2020 at 2pm. For those who cannot make it to the church in person, visit www.stjohnfairport.org and click on ‘Live Stream Weekend Mass’ on the right side of the home page under “Quick Links”. Entombment will take place at the White Haven Cemetery in Pittsford, NY immediately following the church service. A reception will follow the entombment at 4:00 at Perlo’s Restaurant at 202 N Washington St, East Rochester, NY
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations on Ruth’s behalf may be made to either:
AMT Children of Hope Foundation, www.amtchildrenofhope.com
St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org
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3 responses to “Leopold, Ruth M.”
Although my memories of Ruth are ancient they are none the less everlasting. As a young cousin-in-law I was always touched by her calm and loving demeanor and of course her natural beauty! Her husband, Don was my Godfather and by their prayers and example I truly believe, I benefited. I will do likewise in remembering the repose of her soul often at Mass.
I considered Ruth as more of a sister than a sister-in-law. I remember talking to her on the phone for hours at a time. We would sometime call each other at midnight and talk for an hour or so. Even though we lived so far apart, it she seemed to be so close when we were on the phone. My many memories of Ruth go back to Buffalo when we would go out and just do things together. Ruth had such a pleasant way about her and we just boosted each other. I am going to miss her. I just want to say thanks for Ruth being a part of my life.
Aunt Ruth always had a very special way about her. Always caring and being concerned and considerate of others. I will always remember her little laugh and how she would respond to things she and others would reminisce about. Ruth was the first person I know who was concerned about diet and health, being aware of what people ate. It was a significant difference from my father, (Ruth’s brother, Richard) who would eat anything, healthy or not. Ruth always voiced support of her boys and Kate. She was glad when my sisters and I would come to visit and always said positive and encouraging things, no matter what. It was my pleasure to sent springerlies to her at Christmas. My life has been blessed from knowing Ruth. Thanks.