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Ruthanne Wheelock

Date of Death: January 22, 2010

Date of Birth: March 2, 1941

Biography:

Yarmouth-Minot-Ruthanne Wheelock, 68, passed away January 22, 2010 at home surrounded by family and close friends. 

She was born March 2, 1941 in Gloucester, Massachusetts the daughter of Charles and Lilla (Wheelock) Smith. 

She spent a number of years working in daycare settings before becoming a private nanny.  Her love of children was evident as she stayed in touch with children and families that she nannied for.  She unwillingly retired in March 2009.  She was a member of the North Yarmouth Congregational Church, where she was a member of the choir and served as a deacon. 

Ruthanne was predeceased by both of her parents and her brothers Charles (Chuck) and Bruce Smith.

 Her greatest joy and price were her own children and their accomplishments.  She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her daughter Theresa Scott and her partner Kelly Walcott of Minot, and her son Matthew Bornheimer, Petty officer First Class, United States Navy and his wife Antonia Vasone of Virginia Beach, VA and her close friend Pat Morgan.

The family wishes to extend a warm thank you to Androscoggin Home Health and Hospice. 
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Homeless Animal Rescue Team P.O. Box 351 Cumberland, Me 04021.

A memorial service will be held at the North Yarmouth Congregational Church on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at 2pm.

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