Ruth Barton obituary: Ruth Barton's Obituary, Albany
In Memory Of
Ruth Van Evera Barton
1924 - 2017
In Memory Of
Ruth Van Evera Barton
1924 - 2017
She was born on August 5, 1924 to the late William and Grace (Witbeck) Houck.
Ruth was a lifelong resident of Schenectady. She enjoyed children and spent many years caring for children in her home. Ruth was an 80 year member of Emmanuel Friedens Church formerly Emmanuel Baptist Church.
Ruth was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Her family cherishes their many fond memories of the time they spent with her, including many special holiday celebrations.
Ruth is survived by her children, William (Terry) Van Evera, Scott Van Evera, Alison Van Evera; grandchildren, Christopher (Leigh) Ouimet, Brittany Van Evera, Craig Van Evera and great-grandson, Brayden Ouimet and many friends.
She was predeceased by her great-granddaughter, Olivia Ouimet and her brothers, Arnold Houck and Robert Houck.
At the request of the family funeral services will be private. Interment will be held at Rotterdam United Methodist Cemetery.
A celebration of life ceremony will be held on July 22, 2017 at 10:00am Emmanuel Friedens Church, 218 Nott Ter., Schenectady, NY 12307. A notice with service times will be published at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to:
Olivia Rae's
Love Your Happy Days Foundation
2118 Brickton Crossing
Buford GA, 30518
To leave a special message for the family online please click the link above to 'share memories'.
She was born on August 5, 1924 to the late William and Grace (Witbeck) Houck.
Ruth was a lifelong resident of Schenectady. She enjoyed children and spent many years caring for children in her home. Ruth was an 80 year member of Emmanuel Friedens Church formerly Emmanuel Baptist Church.
Ruth was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Her family cherishes their many fond memories of the time they spent with her, including many special holiday celebrations.
Ruth is survived by her children, William (Terry) Van Evera, Scott Van Evera, Alison Van Evera; grandchildren, Christopher (Leigh) Ouimet, Brittany Van Evera, Craig Van Evera and great-grandson, Brayden Ouimet and many friends.
She was predeceased by her great-granddaughter, Olivia Ouimet and her brothers, Arnold Houck and Robert Houck.
At the request of the family funeral services will be private. Interment will be held at Rotterdam United Methodist Cemetery.
A celebration of life ceremony will be held on July 22, 2017 at 10:00am Emmanuel Friedens Church, 218 Nott Ter., Schenectady, NY 12307. A notice with service times will be published at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to:
Olivia Rae's
Love Your Happy Days Foundation
2118 Brickton Crossing
Buford GA, 30518
To leave a special message for the family online please click the link above to 'share memories'.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation
Private Visitation
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
343 New Karner RD
Colonie, NY 12205
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Service
Private Service
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
343 New Karner RD
Colonie, NY 12205
Directions & Map
Celebration of Life
Saturday, July 22, 2017 from 10:00am
Emmanuel Friedens Church, 218 Nott Ter., Schenectady, NY 12307
Interment
Rotterdam United Methodist Cemetery
Rotterdam, NY
Colonie Area (518-456-4442) is assisting the family
Colonie Area (518-456-4442) is assisting the family