Ruth L. (Small) Shanahan Obituary
The passing of Ruth L. (Small) Shanahan of Salem, Massachusetts leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 25, 2026 at the age of 94. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, George Small and Josephine Small (Lemelin); her husband Paul Shannahan; her siblings, Muriel Chaisson, Joan Small and Bob Small; her children, Jim Shanahan and Donna Currier; and her great grandchild Corey P. Currier.
She is survived by: her daughters, Kathy (Skip Tobey) and Debbie (Jayson Marshall); her children-in-law, Phil Currier and Anne Shanahan; her grandchildren, Brian (Melissa), Shanna, Melissa, Mindy (Scott), Danielle (Dave), Jonathan (Jen), Michael (Brittany) and Katlin (John); her great grandchildren, Mathew, Chris, Landon, Jacob, David, Kallie, Ashley, Caden, Andrew, Serena, Benjamin and Theo; and her brother-in-law Norris. She is also survived by sister-in-law, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Those who wish may make a memorial contribution to a charity of one's choice.
