Obituary of Ruth M Brown

Brown, Ruth M. age 83 (nee McIntire) of North Haledon passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2016. Born in Paterson, she lived in Ridgewood for over 50 years before eventually moving to North Haledon. Ruth with her husband Don enjoyed sailing, spending time at their villa they built in St. John, USVI and traveling extensively around the world. Ruth surrounded herself with loyal friends, some lifelong. An avid bridge player, she had a passion for all type of games and puzzles. A dedicated volunteer to various causes, most recently Meals on Wheels. Ruth loved her family, nephew, niece, and especially her seven grandchildren. She possessed a contagious smile and love of life that was immediately evident to all who were blessed to have known her. Known for her unyielding compassion and joy, Ruth will be greatly missed. She was a member West Side Presbyterian Church, Ridgewood, served as President of The Depot in Midland Park and was a former member of the Ridgewood Women’s Club. Surviving are her three sons, David and his wife Gayle of Wyckoff, Richard and his wife Cindy of Andover, MA and Donald Jr. and his wife Donna of Shamong, NJ. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Scott, Emily, Douglas, Sarah, Annie, Leanne and Michelle. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Brown in 2012 and her brother, Bert McIntire. The family will receive friends on Sunday, Febraury 28, 2016 from 2-5 pm at the Vander Plaat Funeral Home, www.vpfh.com, 257 Godwin Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481. Private cremation will be held. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday at 11 am at West Side Presbyterian Church, 6 S. Monroe St. Ridgewood, NJ. In lieu of flowers donations to Melanoma Research Foundation (www.melanoma.org) would be appreciated.