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Thank you so much to everyone visiting this page. We know that Ruth was loved by so many people. We will miss her deeply but were so grateful that she could pass in her home surrounded by family. We would love to have you share your favorite memories and photos of her on this website. We'd love to hear from anyone who knew her, especially her former students.

Obituary

Ruth (Preston) Clark died peacefully at her home with family by her side on November 19, 2021. She was born in Lowell, MA on January 2, 1928 and was the daughter of John and Ruth Preston. As a girl, she developed her father’s love for the outdoors and enjoyed sharing stories of childhood adventures hiking, camping and horseback riding. She was educated in Manchester public schools and met Richard Clark, who would become her husband, …

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What were Ruth's favorite games to play?
Cribbage, Uno, Boggle
Cribbage, Uno, Boggle
Cribbage, Uno, Boggle
What were Ruth's favorite vacation spots?
Camp in Freedom, NH
Camp in Freedom, NH
Camp in Freedom, NH
What were Ruth's favorite tv shows?
Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune.
Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune.
Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune.
What were Ruth's favorite songs or musical artists?
Johnny Cash gospel music
Johnny Cash gospel music
Johnny Cash gospel music

Timeline

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Born

January 2nd, 1928
Lowell, MA
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Met Richard Clark

1944
Manchester, NH
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Got married to Richard Clark

1946

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Method of disposition

Burial

French & Rising Funeral Home
Funeral services provided by

French & Rising Funeral Home

Bayada Hospice
Hospice care provided by

Bayada Hospice

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