Ruth E. Astley's obituary , Passed away on November 15, 2025 in New Bedford, Massachusetts

Ruth E. Astley

May 27, 1929 - November 15, 2025 (96 years old)

New Bedford, Massachusetts

Ruth E. Astley's obituary , Passed away on November 15, 2025 in New Bedford, Massachusetts

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Ruth E. Astley

May 27, 1929 - November 15, 2025 (96 years old)

New Bedford, Massachusetts

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Ruth E. Astley Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on November 15, 2025, at the age of 96, Ruth E. Astley of New Bedford, Massachusetts passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though Ruth has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edwin A. Johnson and Bertha Johnson (Walmsley); her brother Allen R. Johnson; and her husband Robert "Bob" Astley. She is survived by: her daughter Carol R. Astley Calnan; and her son-in-law James A. Calnan.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to The Micheli Center, Attn: Jen Morse, 9 Hope Avenue, Waltham, MA 02453.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Waring Sullivan Fairlawn Funeral and Cremation Service



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