Ruth M.

Maronski

At the age of 85, Ruth M. Maronski passed away peacefully on May 20, taking with her the immeasurable amount of love from her family, friends, and residents and staff at Willow Brook Rehab.  Born in Chelsea, on February 24, 1940, she was the cherished daughter of the late Albert A. Maltais and Margaret (Capson) Maltais. Ruth's childhood in Chelsea, attending local schools and Chelsea High School, where she was affectionately known to friends as "Chelsea Ruthi," shaped her into the warm and compassionate woman she became.
In 1970, Ruth married the love of her life, Stanley (Stas') Maronski, with whom she shared 42 devoted years until he predeceased her in 2012. A former resident of Chelsea and a beloved member of her community.  Ruth spent most of the last 25 years residing in Saugus. Most recently, Ruth was receiving supportive care at Willow Brook Rehab in Wilmington, where she was recognized as a "Hearty Hugger"
She dedicated much of her professional life to her role as store manager at Fields Hosiery in the Meadow Glen Mall, in Medford where her leadership and dedication were deeply appreciated. Ruth retired from work and devoted herself to her beloved family, taking joy in caring and nurturing her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Ruth cherished the summers spent camping with her family at Calef Lake Campground in Auburn, New Hampshire, and enjoyed creating ceramic giftware and knitting. However, her most cherished role was that of a grandmother, a title she wore with pride and love.
In addition to her husband, she is also predeceased by her brother, Robert Maltais, and her sister, Beverly Arsenault.

Ruth is lovingly remembered by her children: Candace Salas (and her late husband Gerardo), Crystal LaSala and her husband Anthony, and Kerry Cole and his wife Denise. She will be fondly missed by her grandchildren: Jerry Salas, Joseph Salas, Jennifer Salas, Melissa Salas, Lindsey Salas, Lauren LaSala, Anthony LaSala III, Kyle Goldstein, Billy Goldstein, and Dylan Cole, as well as her 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services honoring Ruth's life and legacy were strictly private. She was laid to rest alongside her beloved husband, Stas', at Riverside Cemetery in Saugus, allowing them to be together once more.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Ruth's name to the Alzheimer's Association, Massachusetts Chapter, at 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452, or through their website at http://www.alz.org/donate

Ruth Maronski will be remembered for her unwavering love for her family, her kindness, and her indomitable spirit. She leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue to inspire all who knew her.