Kathleen Ruane, a long time Mattapoisett resident, passed away peacefully on Nov. 14, 2019 at the age of 89 in Westchester County, NY. Kathleen was born on Aug. 3, 1930 in New York City, the daughter of the late Alexander McPherson Sr. & Margaret (McDonald) McPherson. Kathleen was also the dear sister of Alexander McPherson Jr., who predeceased her. She was also predeceased by her husbands: Clifford Q. Sinning in 1960, Francis J. Costigan in 1965, and John J. Ruane in 2015.
Mrs. Ruane was a graduate of The College of New Rochelle in NY, where she received both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree. Kathleen taught on the elementary school level as a Special Ed. teacher in the New Bedford public school system for twenty years, and is sure to be warmly remembered by her former neighbors, colleagues and students. Previously to her teaching career, Kathleen was a longtime resident of Rockland County NY from 1963-1979 where she raised her family and forged lifelong friendships.
Kathleen is survived by her loving and devoted children: Carolyn Costigan of Nyack NY, James Sinning (Karen) of Chappaqua NY, Clifford Sinning (Jonelle) and grandson Reginald Sinning, of New Rochelle NY.
Kathleen was a woman of great faith and optimism, who carried an indominable spirit through significant hardships. She loved her family very much and left a legacy as a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and daughter.
Final arrangements entrusted to Michael J. Higgins Funeral Services, 321 South Main Street, New City, NY. Visitation will be Friday, Nov 22nd from 10:00 am to 11:30 am, with Catholic funeral services, followed by interment at St. Anthony’s cemetery in Nanuet, NY directly afterward.
Any donations in Kathleen’s memory may be made to the Catholic Charities USA, 2050 Ballenger Ave., Suite 400, Alexandria, VA 22314.
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