Ruth P. Cummiskey (Quimby) of Hudson, NH, formerly of Bedford, MA, passed away on March 17, 2025, at the age of 89.
Devoted wife of the late James T. Cummiskey.
Loving mother of Steven Cummiskey and his wife Laurie, Marjorie (Cummiskey) Kipp and her husband Jerry, and the late James Cummiskey.
Cherished grandmother of Joshua and Jeffrey Cummiskey, Hugo and Jonathan Kipp, Jessica Reid, Samantha Chisholm, and Cody Cummiskey.
Beloved sister of Judith Quimby and the late Loretta Quimby.
Also survived by great-grandchildren, many other loving relatives and friends.
Ruth (Ruthie) spent her childhood in Cambridge and located in Bedford after marrying the love of her life, Jim, where they raised their three beautiful children.
She enjoyed her many trips to Las Vegas with her sisters and cousins. She was always present at her grandson’s baseball and basketball games, and enjoyed her many drawings from her grandson Hugo, which she displayed proudly.
She was great company to Sadie, Snoopy, and Charlie, and loved sharing her snacks with them.
A memorial service will be held at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Connery Avenue, in Bourne on March 25, 2025, at 2:00 pm.
Those wishing to attend are asked to please meet just inside the main gate of the cemetery no later than 1:45 pm.