Ruth L. (Heumann) Young, 98 of Weymouth, MA and Boston, passed away on May 1.
Beloved Wife of the late George A. Young. Loving Mother to Peter A. Young of Weymouth and his wife Diane Young. Ruth was the cherished Grandmother to Theresa and Scott Young. Proud Great Grandmother to Zakariya .
Ruth is also survived by her niece , Heidi Schuster and nephew, David Schuster of New York.
Her career began helping others as an LPN at the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital; assisting in delivering many babies for many years.
Ruth was a devoted member of the First Church of Weymouth, an avid and energetic member of the Ladies Club at the Church and of the Ladies Weymouth Elk Lodge along with belonging to many other clubs and organizations.
Ruth was awarded the Elks National Veteran Volunteer Award for unselfishly working for our Nation’s Veterans.
She was a great fundraiser for all the organizations and participated wholeheartedly for the better good of so many. For her Church Community, she wrote and mailed cards to shut -ins, visited them and baked home made goodies for all.
The Funeral Service will be Private, arrangements provided by C.C. Shepherd Funeral Home located in Weymouth. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ruth’s memory to the First Church in Weymouth, 17 Church St., E. Weymouth, MA 02189.