Ruth Marie Paradise

Ruth M. Paradise, 88, wife of Everett "Perry" Paradise, left this world on September 28th, 2017 at Beaumont Hospital in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. Ruth was born in Boston in 1928 to Cornelius and Anna Doherty, both Irish immigrants, and was the youngest of seven children. She met her husband, Perry, at the age of 17 , they were married five years later in 1952 and remained married for 65 years. Ruth was blessed with two sons, Scott (Cynthia) and Dean (d. 1999), five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Ruth was a dynamic, independent, and fashionable wife, mother, and business owner. As her sons grew older, she returned to work in downtown Detroit at an employment agency. Ruth went on to establish her own agency and had a successful career in business by helping others find employment. She also traveled the world with her friends, which she greatly enjoyed. She was loved by grandchildren Matthew(Erin), Michael (Linda), Andrea(Ryan) Salem, Deanna, and Jessica and 8 great grandchildren. Family and friends will gather Monday, Oct 2 at St Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 21620 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores, at 9:30 until mass at 10:00am. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers Association.