Obituary of Ruth A. Quinn

Ruth A. Quinn, age 93, of Gloversville, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Mountain Valley Hospice House, Gloversville.

She was born October 26, 1928 in Amsterdam, the daughter of the late Walter and Blanche Donahue Jones. She was a graduate of Johnstown High School and was later employed as a hairdresser at various local salons, a crossing guard for the former Berkshire School, lunch aide at Boulevard School and a faithful homemaker.

Ruth is survived by her daughter, Jamie R. Quinn (Todd Mercer), a granddaughter, Jennifer Diener (Justin Paige); two great-grandchildren, Eliot Paige and Emilia Paige; a brother, Richard Jones; as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, was predeceased by her husband, James E. Quinn; a sister, Bertha "Betty" Phillips and a brother, Robert Jones.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 10am to 12 noon Saturday, November 13, at Walrath & Stewart Funeral Home, 51 Fremont Street, Gloversville, where a Funeral Service will follow at 12 noon with the Rev. Dr. R.W. Williams officiating. Facial masks will be required.

Interment will follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery, Johnstown.

Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the Mountain Valley Hospice, 108 Steele Avenue, Gloversville, NY 12078.

Online condolences to the family may be made at www.brbsfuneral.com