Ruth (Hendrickson) Leary of Marion, 89, passed away on Friday, January 21, at the Sippican Health Care Center. She was the wife of the late Edward J. Leary.

Ruth was born in Woonsocket, RI the daughter of the late John and Hilda Hendrickson and grew up in Canton, MA before she moved to Marion more than fifty years ago.

For many years, she was employed as a legal secretary in Marion. She was an enthusiastic golfer and member of the Kittansett Club. Mrs. Leary is survived by her two sons, Robert and his wife Laura of Naples FL, and Bennett and his wife Susan of Charlotte, N.C. She is also survived by her grandson, Thomas. A memorial service will be planned for later this summer. For online guestbook, please visit warehamvillagefuneralhome.com.