Ruth Burlew Frank
November 02, 1936 - May 09, 2021
Obituary
Ruth Burlew Frank of Aberdeen died at John Hopkins Bayview on Sunday, May 9. She was 84.
Born in Lewistown, PA she was the daughter of the late Alvin C. and Margaretta F. (Stimmel) Burlew.
She was a very active member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Aberdeen and loved her church family deeply. Through the years she worked for the FAA, US Army Ordinance School, Aegis newspaper, and the City of Aberdeen. She organized the Aberdeen Christmas Street and Parade for many years and helped with the Martha’s Meal mission and the Aberdeen Appearance and Preservation Committee.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her siblings Alvin Burlew, Frank Burlew and his wife Una, Anne Kelly and her husband John, and Joe Burlew.
She is survived by her children, David C. Frank of Bel Air and Georganne F. Scott and husband Dave of Rising Sun; sister Sara Kochenderfer and husband Joe, of Havre de Grace, brother John and wife Betty of Manlius, NY, sister-in-law Jean Burlew of Lewistown, PA; grandchildren, Andrew (Ellen), Julie and Chris Frank, Sam and April Scott and her great grandsons, Gabriel and Graham Frank; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.
A visitation be held on Tuesday May 18, from 10-11am followed by a memorial service at 11AM at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to the Salvation Army of Harford and Cecil County Maryland, PO Box 309, Havre de Grace, MD 21078.
Events
Visitation
Tue May 18, 2021 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
St. Pauls' Lutheran Church • 201 Mt. Royal Ave., Aberdeen, MD 21001
A Celebration of Life
Tue May 18, 2021 @ 11:00 AM EDT
St. Pauls' Lutheran Church • 201 Mt. Royal Ave., Aberdeen, MD 21001
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Leocea McLanahan
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I am shocked to see this today. My grandparents lived across the street from Miss Ruth. I visited her every year, and brought her apples from the orchard. We also kept in touch on Facebook often. I will miss her very much. I am very sorry for your loss.
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Karen Travers Atkinson
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I thought so much of Ruth. My memories of her go all the way back to Churhville Elem. She was my sister's neighbor for many years and during that time is when I got to know her. She was a very kind , fair and honest person. The truth was a guarantee with Ruth. She cared deeply about her community. My daughter and I were saddened to read of her passing. Rest in peace, Ruth.
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Sue Stafford Roork
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Ruth, Helen and Nancy included me in their friend circle when we became old enough to join our church and Luther League and at the same time we entered high school. Our friendship has lasted since then. Ruth was the one who held us together. I think of her as a person who liked people and liked to get them together. I liked that someone I considered one of my oldest friends was so available through social media and I will always miss her. There is no one who fills that spot. May you have a socialable time in Heaven, Ruth. I know the Lord will recognize your gift of getting people together. I love you.
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Sue Roork
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Ruth was one of my first high school friends and church friends. When we became of age we joined the Luther League at church, took confirmation classes and joined the church. We had memorable Luther League outings, and in general, four of us became good friends. Ruth was especially good at keeping us together. That is her speciality. She had a great sense of humor and supplied her friends with jokes via social media. I will miss my connection with my past. I know God recognizes your talents and will put them to use in heaven. Love you, Ruth.
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Carolyn Cook
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I met Ruth about 33 years ago. She was very gracious at welcoming a new family to Aberdeen. Ruth will be sadly missed. She worked in so many directions and with so many people.. RIP Ruth.
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