Ruth G. Brainard

Ruth G. Brainard
1941 – 2022

Ruth Brainard went to be with the Lord on June 19, 2022, in Inverness, Florida.

Born in Wilmington, Delaware to James and Laura Brainard, Ruth was a talented singer who shared her joy and smiles with everyone she met. Ruth cherished her time spent with her family and friends. She was a great lover of animals and volunteered her time to various organizations helping to make sure every animal felt loved. Her faith in her Lord guided her through a very fulfilling life.

Ruth is predeceased by her parents, James and Laura, and siblings James Brainard, Walter “Bud” Brainard, Dorothy Kleber, and Janet Burke.

Ruth is survived by her brother, Jack (Phyllis) Brainard, and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local animal shelter.

Burial will be held privately at Silverbrook Cemetery.

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Funeral Services

A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 22, 2022 at 11:00AM at the Union United Methodist Church located at 345 School Bell Road, Bear, DE 19702. Visitation will begin at 10:00AM.

Ruth was very proud of her Irish heritage and anyone attending the services is strongly encouraged to wear bright clothing and show their Irish spirit in Ruth’s honor.

Condolences

Joseph Grabowski

07/17/2022 12:40 am

Joseph Grabowski writes,

Ruth, Love you ~ miss you already rip.

07/17/2022 12:42 am

Laura Baer lit a candle and writes,

With all the love in my heart, I miss you every day 💚

07/17/2022 10:30 am

Linda Brainard lit a candle and writes,

Love you forever! I will miss our talks ❤️

07/17/2022 04:57 pm

Stephanie Conover writes,

I went to see Ruthie sing MANY times years ago. I still listen to a CD that she cut! What an amazing undiscovered talent she was and a super nice lady! My sincere condolences to her friends and family.

07/18/2022 07:38 am

Rhonda McCrea writes,

I met Ruthie when I started working at Lucille's in the Concord Mall when I was 16. I eventually started working with her at Woolworth's restaurant. She was well known and loved by everyone! Always had her regulars and the staff quickly became her "kids". She sang at my first wedding even though she was sick with a bad cold. I loved to hear her sing and have her CD also. She became Grandmom Ruthie to my kids. When my son was born, she loved his picture so much, she hung it in her kitchen. I visited her one Christmas when she lived close to downtown Wilmington and couldn't understand why her one of her decorations spelled "Leon" (Noel backwards)! She laughed as I was the only one who visited her, asked. To this day, I spell my Noel backwards as it always reminds me of her. Sing with the Angels now sweet lady! And, of course, Sweet Dreams with Patsy Cline!! You will be missed!

07/19/2022 09:16 am

Gene Abbott writes,

What a fabulous singer. Ruthie sang Patsy Cline just as well Patsy did. Loved hearing Ruthie sing. Always a treat. RIP

07/19/2022 11:52 am

Mike and Kathe O'Connor writes,

Remembering a sweet cat lady, angelic singer and a kick ass waitress with much love.

07/20/2022 09:30 pm

Dennis F McGuire lit a candle and writes,

Rest in RIP Aunt Ruth so much fun it’s been CRAZY. LOVE YOU.

07/21/2022 07:08 pm

Nancy Hetherington lit a candle and writes,

Ruthie I miss you so much. All the cats and Nelly are doing good and will always be safe. You were truly a treasure to many people. You heart aches are gone as now you are watching over us all.

07/21/2022 09:39 pm

Lynn Buffington writes,

Heartbroken. My cousin, Ruthie, passed, and yet, we did not know. Ruth's Father and my Grandmother were siblings. I have waaaay too many fabulous stories to tell, but I am still reeling from discovering she is gone. Our other close cousin, Eileen Silicato (Her Mother, like my Grandmother, was also a Brainard and sister to Ruth's father), are devastated. Again, we are heartbroken.

09/11/2022 01:06 pm

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