Ruth C. Colwell
April 21, 1923 ~ May 2, 2022
Born in:
West Haven, CT
Resided in:
Durham, CT
Ruth C. Colwell, age 99, passed away on May 2, 2022. She was born in West Haven on April 21, 1923 to Clifford H. & Jane (Vandermooren) Crawshaw. After attending the Stone School of Business, Ruth was employed by the New Haven Gas Company until she became a homemaker. Afterwards, Ruth was employed by the Hamden Chronicle, then Second National Bank, retiring from Colonial Bank. In retirement, she served as Assistant Registrar of Voters in Hamden and proudly as a Justice of the Peace. Ruth is survived by daughter Jane (AJ) Dubois and son Cliff and loving daughter-in-law Heidi. Ruth adored her grandchildren Keri (Bruce) Biron, Shawn Glynn, and Britney Colwell, and in addition, great-grandchildren Isabella, Gabriella, Julian, and Jackson. Ruth was predeceased by her loving sisters Mary and Mildred, and her son Philip.
Friends may attend her Funeral Service Wednesday, May 4th at 11:00 a.m. at the Spring Glen United Church of Christ, 1825 Whitney Ave., Hamden. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ruth’s memory may be made to the church.
So sorry for the loss of your mom. She lived a long, beautiful life because of you both. ❤️
Love,
Jen, Tim, Chase Joseph, and Jaden Colwell.
To Ruth’s family-
I came to know of Ruth through her loving daughter Jane who was Ruth’s rock throughout her long illness. I believe that Ruth is deeply imbedded in Jane’s heart and that this connection is the ultimate tribute. It is strong and never ending.
May all of you find peace knowing that Ruth is at peace.
Our deepest sympathy for your family on the loss of Mrs. Colwell.
Much love
Siobhan
I always loved Aunt Ruthie! As a kid spending so much time with Grandma and Aunt Kay during the summer I also spent a great deal of time on Evergreen Ave.
Aunt Ruthie was always very kind and loving and I loved my time I spent there! She always was a sweet lovely woman! Cliff I know you have catered your life to taking care of Aunt Kay and most recently your mother! You are a wonderful man and now you are free of your duties for now! The twins and your nieces and grand nieces and nephews think the world of you, don’t ever let that change❤️ You and Heidi are very much loved❤️ As your mom was❤️ Always have two ears to listen any time! Of course Tim always enjoys your visits!
Love to you always,
Sarah and Donnie
Nana loved you always.
May your mom rest in eternal peace.
You were an exceptionally devoted daughter.
Meg Atzbach Jenkins
To the Colwell Family…
My condolences on the passing of your mom. I will keep you in my thoughts!
We are all with you here in Fl. We pray for comfort. We love you!
To the family of Ruth Colwell
My prayers to your entire family.
Ruthie as l called her, was such a loving beautiful woman. She had a great smile that lit up the room as you walked in.
In the past of caring for Ruth, I experienced love that she made me feel. She appreciated the love and care she received. Ruthie will never be forgotten. She gave me everlasting memories. She is now an angel surrounding us with love. She has a loving family that surrounded her with love. Ruthie, I will never forget you because you truly loved us all. May you Rest In Peace.
Love you forever
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thank you Deb, Toni, Eunice, Moira, Ashley,Nancy, Maria, Robyn, Carolyn. and the rest of the FB Messenger network & all those I missed. I regretted moving Mom…but you gals know the reason
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Jane, I just saw that the service was today. I am so sorry. I know how much you loved your mom.
I am so sadden to hear about your mom passing away. Keeping you Jane in daily prayers. No more suffering for your mom. Now she may rest n peace. Watching down on you daily as an Angel.
Love,
Kim Washington
Jane, Cliff and families,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was such a sweet, kind woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Kathy Morgillo
My thoughts and prayers are with you all and your whole family during this sad time. Keep the memories you have close to your heart.
Jane, Cliff and family, My sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. One of our sweet neighborhood moms in our growing up years.
Jane and Family
My sincere sympathy to you.
Peter Young