MERRILL, Wilma R. (Ruth) Russell, 84, of Sandwich, MA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis. She was the beloved wife of Gary Merrill for the last 65 years. Wilma was born in New Haven, CT in 1939 to the late William Albert and Elvie Agnes (Need) Russell. She grew up in New Haven, CT and graduated high school from Hamden Hall Country Day School and from Colby College with a Bachelor of Science degree.
After graduation Wilma worked at several Boston area hospitals, including the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital where she was employed in the Chemistry laboratory for 10 years. She enjoyed reading, Sudoku and crossword puzzles, at which she was a whiz, and stimulating brain games.
Her family, who she cared very deeply about, brought her great joy, especially the grandchildren whom she adored. Her kindness and thoughtfulness extended beyond family to her many friends. Wilma always tried to be sure that all, including family and friends, were feeling well and doing well. One of her favorite sayings, “Love you more” has been spoken more by her grandchildren, which truly shows how much she cared and loved.
Wilma was predeceased by her son, Christopher Merrill of Boston, MA, her daughter, Jennifer Merrill of Lynnfield, MA and her brother, Kenneth Russell of NJ, all of whom who she missed dearly. They are now all together again. She is survived by her loving husband, Gary Merrill, her son Jonas Merrill of Hopkinton, MA, and her grandchildren; Taylor Tringali, Ava and Ben Merrill, Avery, Brooke and Chloe Merrill, her sister; Eleanor Russell, daughter-in-law; Vicki Merrill, sister-in-law; Mary Russell and her best furry companion; Misty, who will miss her dearly.
A private burial service will be held at Southborough Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please send donations in Wilma’s name to Shriners Hospitals for Children.
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