Ruth Shook Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth Shook (Bangor, Maine), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 25, 2025 at the age of 97. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Shook to pay them a last tribute.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ruth leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Violet Fernald and Henry Fernald; and her son Brian Mitchell. She is survived by: her husband William Shook; her daughter Diane Perry of Rockland, Maine; her stepson Norris Shook of New Bedford, Mass.; her grandson Robert Gatcomb of Winter Harbor; her niece Jody Fernald of York, Maine; and her nephews, Mark Fernald of Amherst and Doug Tilton of Palmyra, Maine..

Contributions in Ruth's memory may be made to Camp Capella.