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Ruth M. Dill

  • January 7, 1932 - May 7, 2011
  • Monroe, New Jersey
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“My sincere condolence to Ralph Jr and the family of Mrs. Dill. I can't believe I lived @ 1500 Bower and never met her. I thank you for sharing her...Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: Donna L. Robinson - newark, NJ

“Hello gorgeous! I will miss your infectious laughter and beautiful smile. Thank you for giving life to my wonderful husband and teaching me the true...Read More » ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Denise Dill - Piscataway, NJ

“Gam.. i will love you so much and always will. i remember when me and nick would go over to your old house and you would ask us if we would liek to...Read More » ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Maia Williams - Piscataway, NJ

“Gammy,there are no words that can describe person,mother,grandmother and friend that you where..you my be gone but never forgotten.i love and miss u...Read More » ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Catherine Ruth Dill - Atlanta, GA

“My always loving grandmother. One whom I love dearly. She always brought smiles and laughter where ever she went. I will miss her and always remember...Read More » ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: Courtney Dill - NJ

“Aunt Ruth was a joy to know. I loved her smile and laugh and how sweet she always was. She was ALWAYS happy to see us. And when we moved to...Read More » ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: Brenda Jackson - Pensacola, FL

“Bus was a lucky guy when he met Ruth(smile). She was such a joyful, kind person. Bus and Ruth have had many wonderful years together. The family...Read More » ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Georgia Hadley - Pensacola, FL

“Mrs. Dill was like a second mother to me. She was cheerful and I enjoyed visiting with the family in Scotch Plains. Mrs. Dill would always talk...Read More » ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Vester Pittman - Newark, NJ

“Mom, Even though my heart is broken I will truly miss you. Your smile your love your laughter could light up the room. You were the rock of the...Read More » ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Ralph H Dill Jr - piscataway, NJ

“Gam......I miss you and always will. You have done so much for and all of your grandchildren. I know you're in a better place now, and you will...Read More » ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Kyle Dill - charlotte, NC

“Aunt Ruth was such a fun aunt. She was always smiling and laughing with us. She was a wonderful nurturer. We had a ball at Bower St., Ternay Ave. &...Read More » ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Deidre A. Davis - Bentonville, AR

“I remember when I first met Mrs. Ruth Dill, at Cedarbrook School. She had a smile that would light up any dark and dreary place. Whenever in her...Read More » ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: R. Showers - Plainfield, NJ


Ruth M. Dill departed this life on May 7, 2011 at Park Place Center, Monmouth Junction, New Jersey. To be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord…II Corinthians 5:8 Daughter of the late Charles and Ruth Harvin Dicks, Ruth was born on January 7, 1932 in Cranford, New Jersey. She attended both the Cranford and Elizabeth School Systems and was a graduate of the Batton High School Class of 1949. Ruth married Ralph Dill, Sr. on Valentine's Day in 1954. Ruth was employed by the Union County Board of Social Services for 31 years and retired as a fiscal supervisor in 1996. Before joining the Union County Board of Social Services she was employed by the Bayonne Naval Base and the Internal Revenue Service. Ruth was an accomplished musician at an early age. She attended Altenberg Piano House in Elizabeth, NJ and soon after became a dynamic pianist and organist. She attended many workshops and private lessons and her instructors were amazed at how quickly she caught on. By the age of 18 she became the instructor. She began teaching classical and gospel music and held private voice lessons. A wrong note by a student resulted not in a smirk, but in a smile. She loved to laugh. As a young adult she became a choir director and musician for many years. Ruth and her sister Mattie often played the organ and piano side by side at Mount Teman. The choir often marched up the aisle singing one of her favorite songs, "We've Come This Far By Faith". Affectionately known as Gam by her grandchildren, Ruth was most happy spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren, relatives and friends. She loved having everyone over for dinner. She was the "go to" person of the family who stayed in touch with all the relatives. Always with her husband, Ralph, she enjoyed shopping, going to the theater and attending her grandchildren's activities. Ruth was a long time member of the NAACP, The People of Color Organization, and The Urban League. At an early age she gave her life to Christ and became a member of the Greater Mount Teman A.M.E. Church in Elizabeth, NJ. After moving to Scotch Plains, NJ in 1973, she and her family became devoted members of St. Johns Baptist Church in Scotch Plains. Ruth was a member of the Gospel Chorus, the Inspirational Chorus, the Senior Citizen Ministry and the Women's Ministry. The annual Tea Party became one of her favorite outings with the women of the church. Ruth leaves to cherish her memories, her devoted husband of fifty-seven years, Ralph Dill, Sr., son, Ralph Dill, Jr. (Denise); daughter, Susan Smallwood (Kevin); brother, Wilbur Dicks (Helen); sister, Mattie Walker; sister-in-law, Georgia Hadley; grandchildren, Whitney Corbett (Myles), Derek Smallwood, Catherine Dill, Kyle Dill, Courtney Dill and Nicholas Dill; step grandchildren, Dana Williams, Michael Williams, Maia Williams, Landy Butler, and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away… Revelations 21:4 This Online Memorial has been created to commemorate the life of Ruth M. Dill. You are invited to add a Tribute in her memory. Please click "Sign Guestbook" below to add your own memories, reflections, thoughts or condolences.