Name: Fairchild Sons, Inc. Funeral Chapel
Address: 1570 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset, New York, 11030, United States
Telephone: (516) 627-2000

For immediate need

(516) 627-2000

Home
- Covid-19
About Us
Our Services
Our Location
Obituaries
Send Flowers
Forms
FAQs
Send A Gift

In Memory of

Ruth Arlene Smith

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Tribute Wall

Obituary
Tribute Wall
Service Information
Memories

Share / Subscribe to this tribute

Share Obituary:

Tuesday

July

Funeral Mass

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

St Peter of Alcantara Church

1327 Port Washington Blvd.

Port Washington, New York, United States

516-883-6675

Get Directions

Tuesday

July

Interment

11:30 am - 11:45 am

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Nassau Knolls Cemetery

500 Pt. Washington Blvd.

Pt. Washington, New York, United States

516-944-8532

Get Directions

Mike F posted a condolence

Monday, July 15, 2024

Ruth I cannot count the days in which you made my day with your energy wit and fighting spirit whatever the topic. I looked forward to your switchboard announcements and the times in which we would chat in the lobby. You are the salt of the earth and I will miss you dearly.

Please wait

Share Comment

Linda and Kevin McLoughlin posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Our condolences to the family and friends of the Smith family., who were lucky enough to have this special lady in their lives.

Please wait

Share Comment

Debbie Harlin posted a condolence

Monday, July 1, 2024

For all of us who knew Ruth at the Helen Keller National Center, she was a warm smile, a light in our day. We were so fortunate to have worked with and known Ruth for so long. When I had left the agency and returned after 6 years, she didn't miss a beat. She remembered and asked about everyone in my family. A truly caring and loving person. May she rest in peace.

Please wait

Share Comment

Bill Spagnuolo posted a condolence

Monday, July 1, 2024

Truly a wonderful person that lit up any room. I enjoyed my time working with her at HKNC for many years. She will be missed! Ruth always let me park by her house when taking the train to NYC or a Yankees game! Sweet lady! She was funny too, especially if you didn't bring in bagels on your last day of working at HKNC. HA! RIP!

Please wait

Share Comment

Carole McCarvill posted a condolence

Sunday, June 30, 2024

"Aunt Ruthie" was my Uncle Stevie's (another great man who we've lost), sister. I saw her at family gatherings a couple times a year, and she was one of the most lovely and gracious people I've ever met. Always smiling, always warm and welcoming. Even as a child, she made me feel like she was genuinely happy to see me and interested in whatever I was saying. Like the beautiful photo of her posted here, kindness just emanated from her. My condolences to all of her family, I know she will be greatly missed.

Please wait

Share Comment

Gene uploaded photo(s)

Saturday, June 29, 2024

/public-file/4260/Ultra/023b064e-e8c2-421f-858d-6e13e4af5336.png

Ruth was a resource at HKNC for me and so much more than her job title. An independent and clear voice for the union. A loyal person who cared for all. May she rest in peace and rise in glory.

Please wait

Share Comment

Robert Walzer posted a condolence

Saturday, June 29, 2024

We loved having Ruth across the street from us for 23 years and considered her a dear friend. She loved our daughters Juliet and Sofia when they were small and always talked to them and played with them and looked out for them. When we lived in London and Paris she even sent them toys and gifts overseas for Halloween and Hanukah. When they knocked on her door to visit her on Herbert Avenue she always gave them Yorks chocolates. Ruth attended their bat mitzvahs and graduations. She always had great stories to tell about the neighborhood. She was like the local historian. Ruth had an amazing memory. She had a big heart and we’ll miss her.

Please wait

Share Comment

Allison Burrows posted a condolence

Friday, June 28, 2024

I am deeply saddened to learn about Ruth's passing. When I walked through the doors of Helen Keller National Center many years ago to start volunteering, Ruthie was at her desk in the lobby with a warm greeting - one of the reasons I fell for the place, and ended up working there for 43 years. We shared many memories, laughs, and tears. Her voice over the intercom was legendary and sorely missed by all when she retired. May dear Ruthie rest in peace.

Please wait

Share Comment

Stephen Leeolou posted a condolence

Thursday, June 27, 2024

When I was in High School, my “Aunt Ruthie” would see me walking by the library (I seldom went in) and would always run out to give me a dollar to get something in the cafeteria. As with most teenagers, I was always hungry and a dollar went a long way in the 70’s. That was Aunt Ruthie, always looking out for others, kind and generous. She was loved and will be dearly missed by so many—including her oldest nephew. Stephen Leeolou

Please wait

Share Comment

The family of Ruth Arlene Smith uploaded a photo

Thursday, June 27, 2024

/tribute-images/3076/Ultra/Ruth-Smith.png

Please wait

<< Previous Next >>

Share Your Memory of

Ruth

Upload Your Memory View All Memories

Be the first to upload a memory!

Share A Memory