Ruth E Tapley, 95, died peacefully and free of pain on August 29, 2024, at a Bangor hospital. She was born on May 16, 1929, in the borough of Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Thomas (Tobias) and Bessie (Borghild Jensen) Egland.
Ruth graduated from Jamaica High School and worked as a secretary in New York City. She loved her job and often would take her lunch to Penn Station and watch people coming and going. When visiting with her twin sister in Sedgwick, ME, she met Bob Tapley and soon after would be married. Ruth and Bob made their home in Brewer, ME but moved to Bob’s hometown of Brooklin, ME upon retiring. Ruth loved gardening and trying new recipes, especially when having company. In later years when she could not do some of the things that she loved, she would spend her days reading and doing her crossword puzzles. Ruth was proud of her Norwegian heritage and would often talk about how glad she was to have been able to visit Norway. She attended Calvary Baptist Church in Brewer for many years before becoming a member at Brooklin Baptist Church. Ruth had a strong faith in her heavenly Father and prayed others would know His love and kindness. She prayed daily for her family and those in need. Ruth always wanted to take care of others often sending money to those in need or just giving people a “$20” to treat themselves.
Ruth leaves behind her daughter Lori Edwards and her husband, Danny of Holden, ME. She is also survived by nieces and nephews Ruth Benson (Jim), Carol Becker, Joel Becker (Pam), Paul Becker (Mary), Steve Egland (Lanie), Margaret DeCamillas (Larry), and Janet Trovato (John). Ruth also leaves behind numerous great nieces and nephews and several special friends. Additionally, she is survived by her beloved grand-dog, Fenway, whom she adored as much as he adored her. Ruth was predeceased by her beloved husband of 52 years, Bob, her parents, sisters Harriet Becker and Alice Egland, her brother, Stan Egland, sister-in-law Helen Egland and brother-in-law Bob Becker.
Special thanks to Beth Spencer, Joel Egland, MaryAnn Lock and Cinda Lacadie who all spent special time with Ruth and took such good care of her. She loved the visits, chats and yummy treats. You all brought a big smile to her face. Also, thanks to St. Joesph’s Hospital for the tender care given to her throughout her stay.
Relatives and friends are welcome for a celebration of Ruth’s life at her home on October 4, 2024 3PM- 5PM. Funeral service and burial will be at Rural Cemetery in Sedgwick, ME on October 5th, 2024 at 11 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations made be made to “25 Days of Kindness” (written in this form) in memory of Ruth Tapley, Town of Holden, 570 Main Rd, Holden, ME 04429.
Condolences to the family may be expressed at BrookingsSmith.com.
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Ruth graduated from Jamaica High School and worked as a secretary in New York City. She loved her job and often would take her lunch to Penn Station and watch people coming and going. When visiting with her twin sister in Sedgwick, ME, she met Bob Tapley and soon after would be married. Ruth and Bob made their home in Brewer, ME but moved to Bob’s hometown of Brooklin, ME upon retiring. Ruth loved gardening and trying new recipes, especially when having company. In later years when she could not do some of the things that she loved, she would spend her days reading and doing her crossword puzzles. Ruth was proud of her Norwegian heritage and would often talk about how glad she was to have been able to visit Norway. She attended Calvary Baptist Church in Brewer for many years before becoming a member at Brooklin Baptist Church. Ruth had a strong faith in her heavenly Father and prayed others would know His love and kindness. She prayed daily for her family and those in need. Ruth always wanted to take care of others often sending money to those in need or just giving people a “$20” to treat themselves.
Ruth leaves behind her daughter Lori Edwards and her husband, Danny of Holden, ME. She is also survived by nieces and nephews Ruth Benson (Jim), Carol Becker, Joel Becker (Pam), Paul Becker (Mary), Steve Egland (Lanie), Margaret DeCamillas (Larry), and Janet Trovato (John). Ruth also leaves behind numerous great nieces and nephews and several special friends. Additionally, she is survived by her beloved grand-dog, Fenway, whom she adored as much as he adored her. Ruth was predeceased by her beloved husband of 52 years, Bob, her parents, sisters Harriet Becker and Alice Egland, her brother, Stan Egland, sister-in-law Helen Egland and brother-in-law Bob Becker.
Special thanks to Beth Spencer, Joel Egland, MaryAnn Lock and Cinda Lacadie who all spent special time with Ruth and took such good care of her. She loved the visits, chats and yummy treats. You all brought a big smile to her face. Also, thanks to St. Joesph’s Hospital for the tender care given to her throughout her stay.
Relatives and friends are welcome for a celebration of Ruth’s life at her home on October 4, 2024 3PM- 5PM. Funeral service and burial will be at Rural Cemetery in Sedgwick, ME on October 5th, 2024 at 11 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations made be made to “25 Days of Kindness” (written in this form) in memory of Ruth Tapley, Town of Holden, 570 Main Rd, Holden, ME 04429.
Condolences to the family may be expressed at BrookingsSmith.com.
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