Ruth E. Lawrence, 86, of Baldwinsville died Saturday, August 7, 2004 at her home. She was a native and life resident of Baldwinsville. Ruth retired in 1977 as a Secretary at Crucible Specialty Metals after 32 ½ years of service. She was previously employed with Sealright Corp. in Fulton. Ruth was a graduate of CCBI. She was a member of the Baldwinsville First Baptist Church and the American Baptist Women's Society. She was also a member of the Beauchamp Historical Society and McHarrie Legacy. Ruth had been a volunteer at Syracuse Home Association for many years.

Survivors: a sister, Marie A. Lawrence of Baldwinsville and several cousins.

Services: 1:00pm Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at Falardeau Funeral Home, Baldwinsville. Burial, Jacksonville Cemetery. Calling hours are 4-7pm Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at the funeral home, 93 Downer St.

Contributions: First Baptist Church Endowment Fund, 22 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville, NY 13027.