Ruth Ann Passerello

Ruth Ann (Marino) Passerello of Pepperell MA, passed away unexpectedly at 81 years of age after a brief illness on November 17, 2025 at the Community Hospice House of Merrimack, NH.

Ruth Ann enjoyed gardening at her home of 58 years, as well as yoga at the local community center. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband of 63 years and their best friends. Her favorite activities included spending time doing anything and everything with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandsons.

Ruth Ann is survived by her husband Edward "Teddy" Passerello, daughter Deborah (Passerello) Harper and her spouse Richard, son Michael Passerello and spouse Jeanett, her seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren, brother Anthony Marino, and two nieces...and we must not forget her "girls" - Ruth and Teddy's two black cats who have been their camping buddies for many years.

Visiting hours for Ruth Ann will be held in the McGaffigan Funeral Home, 37 Main St., (Rte. 113) Pepperell, MA on Sunday, November 23rd from 2 – 5 pm. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. She will be laid to rest during a private burial service at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, Boscawen, NH.

"Time passes by, directions unknown
You've left us now, but we're not alone
Before you know it, your cup's overflown
You measure no one that we've ever known
and it's quite alright, and goodbye for now"