Mary Ruth Downey Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on November 19, 2025, at the age of 95, Mary Ruth Downey in Detroit, Michigan passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Mary 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 mother Carrie Lee Mattress-Martin; her stepfather William Martin; and her friends, Murvelle Rogers Goggins and James Goggans. She is survived by: her significant other Francis A. "Frank" Downey; her godson Dwight (Karen); her stepdaughter Jennifer Downey; and her brothers-in-law, Roy and George Downey. She is also survived by relatives and friends.
