Ruth Smith
December 18, 1947 — November 28, 2024
Ruthie received her angel wings on November 28, 2024. She was the wife of the late Steven K Smith who passed from this world on June 26, 2019.
Known as “Roo” to her family and close friends. Ruthie was the youngest of 4 children born December 18, 1947, to Theodore and Kate Martin. She was born and raised in Unionville Maryland, where she enjoyed a wonderful childhood. She was a lifelong member of Locust Grove Church of the Brethren. Over the years, she served as the church clerk, directed the choir, and taught both Sunday School and Vacation Bible School.
Ruthie was a 1965 graduate of Linganore High School where she served as class president. She attended Monroe Business College where she received her degree in Legal Services. She began her career under the tutelage of W. Jerome Offutt. She worked for the county and state in the assignment office, court investigator and assistant to the Honorable Judges Samuel W. Barrick, William W. Wenner and G. Edward Dwyer.
Her love for children and education prompted her to go back to school. She graduated from Frederick Community College, receiving the Louis M Doty award for academic excellence in English and literature. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in early childhood education from Hood College in May of 1989 and received her certification as a reading recovery instructor from Mount St. Mary’s college. Ruthie taught first grade at both Thurmont Elementary and Primary Schools. She was nominated as teacher of the year by the school parents.
Ruthie enjoyed trips to the beach and mountains with family and friends. She will be remembered for her quirky misadventures which were a source of entertainment. Oh, the stories she could tell!
She is survived by her daughter Jennifer L Boyle (WM. J Boyle III), grandchildren, who were the light of her life, Dylan, Landyn and Kynleigh all of Venice Florida.
Brother, Robert Martin, and Janet Lafferty both of Unionville. Sister in laws, Margie Martin, Karen Bare and Debbie Smith.
Nieces, Carol Reed, Laura Beall (David), Kelli Jenkins and Christina Smith (Leroy).
Nephews, Stephen Martin (Lisa) and Timothy Martin (Gretchen). And numerous great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by brother James Martin, brother in laws; Roger Lafferty, Douglas Bare and David Smith and nephew William Jenkins.
Friends will be received Tuesday, December 3, 2024. 2-4 and 6-8pm at Burrier-Queen Funeral Home & Crematory P.A. 1212 W. Old Liberty Rd. Winfield MD 21784.
Funeral services will take place Wednesday December 4, 2024. 11AM Locust Grove Church of the Brethren, 13356 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy, MD. 21771.
Interment will be in the Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be to Locust Grove Church or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Online condolences at www.Burrier-Queen.com.
Known as “Roo” to her family and close friends. Ruthie was the youngest of 4 children born December 18, 1947, to Theodore and Kate Martin. She was born and raised in Unionville Maryland, where she enjoyed a wonderful childhood. She was a lifelong member of Locust Grove Church of the Brethren. Over the years, she served as the church clerk, directed the choir, and taught both Sunday School and Vacation Bible School.
Ruthie was a 1965 graduate of Linganore High School where she served as class president. She attended Monroe Business College where she received her degree in Legal Services. She began her career under the tutelage of W. Jerome Offutt. She worked for the county and state in the assignment office, court investigator and assistant to the Honorable Judges Samuel W. Barrick, William W. Wenner and G. Edward Dwyer.
Her love for children and education prompted her to go back to school. She graduated from Frederick Community College, receiving the Louis M Doty award for academic excellence in English and literature. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in early childhood education from Hood College in May of 1989 and received her certification as a reading recovery instructor from Mount St. Mary’s college. Ruthie taught first grade at both Thurmont Elementary and Primary Schools. She was nominated as teacher of the year by the school parents.
Ruthie enjoyed trips to the beach and mountains with family and friends. She will be remembered for her quirky misadventures which were a source of entertainment. Oh, the stories she could tell!
She is survived by her daughter Jennifer L Boyle (WM. J Boyle III), grandchildren, who were the light of her life, Dylan, Landyn and Kynleigh all of Venice Florida.
Brother, Robert Martin, and Janet Lafferty both of Unionville. Sister in laws, Margie Martin, Karen Bare and Debbie Smith.
Nieces, Carol Reed, Laura Beall (David), Kelli Jenkins and Christina Smith (Leroy).
Nephews, Stephen Martin (Lisa) and Timothy Martin (Gretchen). And numerous great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by brother James Martin, brother in laws; Roger Lafferty, Douglas Bare and David Smith and nephew William Jenkins.
Friends will be received Tuesday, December 3, 2024. 2-4 and 6-8pm at Burrier-Queen Funeral Home & Crematory P.A. 1212 W. Old Liberty Rd. Winfield MD 21784.
Funeral services will take place Wednesday December 4, 2024. 11AM Locust Grove Church of the Brethren, 13356 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy, MD. 21771.
Interment will be in the Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be to Locust Grove Church or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Online condolences at www.Burrier-Queen.com.
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