Obituary
Ruth Toscano, 82, of Summerfield, FL, passed away peacefully at home on November 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Born and raised in Bardonia, NY, Ruth was the beloved daughter of Henry and Josepha Fortmann. She graduated from Clarkstown High School in 1960, where she met the love of her life, Louis Toscano. They married on June 13, 1964, at St. Anthony’s Parish in Nanuet, NY, and shared 60 wonderful years together.
Ruth held several jobs in her early career, including working for the Department of Health, a medical office, and Lederle Labs. After the birth of her daughters, she devoted herself to raising her family while channeling her creativity into floral designs for the woodworking business she shared with her husband, Lou. Together, they showcased their talents at craft fairs throughout the Northeast. Later in life, Ruth enjoyed a successful career as the head of the medical transcription department at Mid-Rockland Imaging in New City, NY, retiring in 2004.
Ruth found joy in fishing with Lou, shopping with her daughters, watching her grandchildren swim and play at Lake Minerva, and cherishing family time at their vacation home in the Adirondacks.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Louis; her three daughters, Allison Cooney, Noel Grabell (Evan), and Suzanne Cronk (Peter); her nine grandchildren, Paul, Meagan, and Camryn Cooney, Isabella, Annaliese, Mia, and Laila Grabell, and Nina and Nora Cronk; and her brother, Richard Fortmann. Ruth was predeceased by her parents, Henry and Josepha Fortmann; her mother and father-in-law, Louis and Margaret Toscano; her sister, Jane Cheney; and her sister-in-law, Jane Fortmann.
A funeral mass will be held on Friday, November 29th, at 10 a.m. at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Belleview, FL, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ruth’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at ALZ.org.
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Prayers for your loving wife Ruth, may her memory be a blessing.
We are deeply saddened about Ruth's passing. We are happy we got to spend time with you the past few years. We will treasure those memories.
Mike and Patsy Giella (Klaiber)
Please accept my most deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of beautiful Ruth.
She was such a wonderful person and I will always treasure the times we spent in Narragansett. May she rest in peace. Ann Rinaldi
Dear Lou,
We are very saddened by the loss of your dear wife, Ruth. She was always a bright light in all situations. Ruth was generous to many as she gave of herself and her love. Her laughter brought joy and became a part of any task she was given.
Though many years have passed, she is fondly remembered.
Lloyd and Roma Murray
CHS 60
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. We will always remember how warm and friendly she was when we met all of you over 40 years ago
She truly was a special person
She will be missed
Our Deepest Sympathies
Joanne and Alan
My sincerest condolences for your loss. Behind every great man is a greater woman and though I may have never known her, I live with heartfelt knowledge of what a great man you are so she must have been something so very special. Love is the only real truth in this world and it lives forever. I hope her memory and the love you shared keep you strong and as joyful as I remember you always being. My God bless you and the whole family. Love Vito
She as a fine person and so was Lou. My prayers go out to Lou and Ruth's family.
Bill--Class of 1960
Rest in Peace Ruth and condolences to all of the Toscanos.
Though I did not know Ruthie personally, I felt like I knew her since I taught with Lou at Felix Festa and we shared many stories.
My condolences to the whole family and may you find peace in all your happy memories.
Much love,
Ms. Swinton & Allison