Mom's body looked so precious and angelic when our family one by one said our last good-bye's to her. I felt her warmth and spirit embracing me and her energy in the hospital room prior to leaving. Once again, many Doctors, Nurses, Patient Technicians, Hospitality Staff, and Housekeeping came by to give their condolence and heart felt feelings of love and gratefulness to have met our "Energizer Momma Ruthie." It was overwhelming and endearing to hear the kind words expressed about Mom and many tears that were being shed as each person spoke. This is a true example of how special Mom has been and still is to many.
Mom passed at the age of 75. Mom's final days and hours were spent surrounded by family and long time friends (30 plus years and more)that she had touched in so many ways throughout her memorable life. Mom surely lived her life to the fullest and her care and concern for others will be greatly missed.
Mom's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her, understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. Mom will always be remembered for her courage and hope, her zest for life, her playfulness, her love for adventure and yearning to seek new experiences, her charismatic personality, her infectious laugh with a snort and her strong sense of family. Mom will especially be remembered for her persistence to be heard, understood and to make change. It would be an honor to be able to walk in her shoes. I will miss my Mom deeply.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, April 30th at 1pm at Brighton Memorial Chapel Inc. 3325 Winton Rd. So. and Jefferson Road. The funeral will be at White Haven Memorial Park. Following the funeral, a period of mourning will be observed at 59 Charissa Run, Henrietta. Friday & Saturday 4-6pm and Sunday 1-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Simon Wiesenthal Center (1399 S. Roxbury Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90035) or charity of one's choice in her memory. To leave a message of condolence, please visit: www.BrightonMemorialChapel.com
All our love from the Baskin Family xoxoxo
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Karen,
ReplyDeleteWere all sooo very sad and sorry to hear your mother has passed our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time!!
Love, Denise & Rene
Dear Baskin Family, Sending our deepest regrets to your family for the loss of your matriarch, Energizer Momma Ruthie. However, her spirit lives on in her three children, Karen, Brian and Michael. Karen, the beautiful daily blogs you wrote about your Mom would make her so proud. Thank goodness so many were able to be there with her in her final days. We are here for you when you get back and can dog sit if you decide to stay longer! In sympathy, Brenna and Mindy
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