Ruth Drake

Ruth H. Drake

Age 81, of Watkins Glen, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 23, 2008.

Ruth was born on June 18, 1926 in Penn Yan, NY, the daughter of Ernest and Sarah Drake. She was predeceased by both of her parents; a brother, Charles Drake; and sisters, Lola “Peggy” Glock Marmo and Margaret Webster.

She is survived by her lifelong companion and best friend, Mildred Denson; sister-in-law, Jean Drake; nieces and nephews, Sylvia Waite, Linda Richardson, Charlotte Parmenter, Charles Drake Jr., Ernest Drake, Nikki Marmo, Joseph Marmo, John Webster; and friends.

Ruth worked for 37 ½ years as a Dispatcher with New York Central and Conrail Railroads. She was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church in Watkins Glen.

A memorial service celebrating and remembering her life will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the United Methodist Church, Watkins Glen; Rev. Elaine White will officiate services; interment will be held following services at Glenwood Cemetery, Watkins Glen.

You may view a special memorial in her memory or sign a guestbook at www.Royce-Chedzoy.com.

Arrangements are with Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.