Ruth Ann Peters

She was born on April 15th, 1943, in Lewiston to Geraldine Cote and George Deletetsky. Ruth moved to Auburn shortly after, where she met and married the love of her life Norman J. Peters. They settled down together on Garfield Road and grew their happy family. Ruth was a kind and affectionate woman, always ready to help others. In the early years of her marriage, she stayed home and spent many summers looking after her children as well as their friends and cousins. She loved spending time with the children outdoors; whether it be swimming at East Auburn beach, enjoying long nature walks, or having a picnic on the back lawn. Even when the kids were otherwise occupied, she chose to spend her time outdoors, tending to her garden, venturing out on boat rides to take in the Maine air, or driving miles to catch a glimpse of her favorite animal, the moose. Her affinity for moose could be seen all throughout the house in her vast collection of stuffed moose animal toys and ceramic collectibles.

She is survived by her children, Lori, Debbie, Patty, and Michael; her sisters Beverly, Donna, and Judy; her brother Paul; her five wonderful grandchildren; and three beautiful great grandbabies. She was predeceased by her loving and devoted husband Norman that passed away August 2019, as well as her clever brother Leon, who, always seeking a smile, will ask, “what took you so long to get up here?”

At the families’ request, there will be a small gathering in late June to pay our respects to our beloved Ruth. She is already deeply missed but will live on in our hearts forever.

The family would like to recognize the staff at Schooner Memory Care for the care they provided Ruth in her last years, and where she made friends and some long-lasting memories. The family would also like to extend thanks to the caring staff of Andwell Hospice for the care they provided for Ruth her final days.