RUTH CULLEN
(née RABETTE)

I only heard recently of Ruth’s passing.
She was an amazing woman and great support to me professionally. My sincere condolences to all the family.
Rest In Peace Ruth.

So sad to see the passing of Ruth,a beautiful soul. Rest in peace.

Anton (and family) so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your Ma. RIP

I knew Ruth for many years and in particular for her work with Comhar Creidmhease Chriost Ri. Ruth was a great ambassador for the Turners Cross community. May she rest in peace

To the Cullen Family,
I was very saddened to hear of Ruth’s recent death. I had known Ruth since the early days of the IPPA in Cork. Ruth was part of that great pioneering group of women who who laid the foundations for the early childhood profession in Cork.
She was a pleasure to know- a kind , caring, bright person who brought humour as well as that rare attribute, common sense, to every occasion.
Ruth enhanced the lives of those who were privileged to know her, not least the lives of the many children who spent time in her care.
Ar dheis De go raibh a h’anaim dilis.

Very sad to hear of Ruth's passing. She was a lovely lady and she genuinely loved her community and was loved by the people in it. I have lots of fond memories of her in playschool, the summer scheme, the community association and just generally around Turner's Cross. It is hard to think of the parish without her. My sincere condolences to all of the family. Ní fheicfimid a leithéid arís

I was so saddened to hear about Ruth’s unexpected death. I had the pleasure of knowing Ruth through the Early Years sector and her work with Cork City Childcare. She was an advocate for children and I will miss her smiling face and sound professional advice which she willingly offered, always making time to help others. My condolences to Naomi, Anton,Karl,Michael, Christian and family. May Ruth rest in peace.

I knew Ruth for many years through our work as Childminding Advisory Officers. She was just wonderful as a person and professionally. I was so sorry to hear the sad news of her passing and extend my deepest condolences to her family and no doubt very large community of friends. May we continue to hold her memory dear

Deepest sympathy to all the Cullen Family.Ruth was a very gifted and caring Lady..May she Rest In Peace.

Naomi, I’m so sorry to hear about your Mam, my thoughts are with you and your family at this heartbreaking time x

Deepest condolence to Cullen Family on the passing of Ruth. She was a lovely lady who inspired others.
Sonas siorrai i bhFlaitheas De

Sincerest sympathy to Ruth family on her passing. I have fond memories of working with Ruth in The Association of Childhood professionals

Very sad to hear of, Ruth’s passing , such a lovely person who was such a mentor and caring person to all , so helpful when I was involved with Turners cross toddler group , very sorry to hear of her passing , thinking of her family and loved ones at this sad time

My sincere condolences to all the Cullen family.

I was saddened on hearing of her sudden death. Ruth was always a pleasure to meet, always smiling and positive. Really sorry I missed her funeral mass.

May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to the Cullen family on the passing of Ruth. A lovely lady. May she rest in peace.

Our deepest condolences to Karl and family on the passing of your Dear Mother.May she rest in peace

Condolences to Anton and the Cullen family on the sad passing of Ruth.
May she rest in peace.

Jim & Mary Newman

Rest in Peace dear Ruth my friend mentor and inspiration. Sending so much love and prayers to all the Cullens on this tragic loss of a gorgeous kind big hearted woman. You will continue to guide me from spirit and watch over all your beautiful family and friends. You will always live in my heart and will never be forgotten.

Condolences to the Cullen family on the sad passing of your lovely mother Ruth may she R.I.P

Sincere condolences to the family of Ruth my daughter Sinead was in the Preschool in Turner's Cross and Ruth was just great with the children R.I.P.

RIP Ruth, such a lovely lady. Condolences to all the family.

Thoughts are with Ruth's family. Ruth was a lovely woman. RIP

So sad to hear of the passing of Ruth ..Met Ruth in Cork City Childcare @ Penrose Wharf ..Felt lost on which direction to turn to on this journey called life.. And Ruth was exactly the person I was thrilled to meet ..An amazing knowledgeable enthusiastic friendly and kind woman who put me on a path as a student of the Early Years Sector..18 years later and through the ups and downs I've loved every minute proudly saying I'm an Early Years Educator ..Thank you kindly Ruth ..May she rest in peace

Deepest sympathies to the Cullen family on your recent loss. We were saddened to hear of Ruth’s passing.
Doreen and Frank Speight

Deepest sympathy to the Cullen family on the sudden passing of Ruth , an absolute lady she had time for everyone who met her . May she rest in peace

I was so saddened to hear about Ruth’s untimely death, What an amazing woman Ruth was. She was a great mentor to me in childcare and to this day I often think of words or phrases Ruth taught us. I can only ever picture Ruth with a smile on her face and the most gentle voice. RIP Ruth xx

Sincere condolences to Ruth’s family, , I worked with Ruth over the years and she was a dedicated and committed children’s advocate. RIP Ruth from Julie & team Kildare County Childcare Committee.

so sorry to hear of Ruth's passing, she was a beautiful lady. my sincerest sympathy to the family on your tragic loss.

Sincere condolences to all the Cullen family on the passing of your beloved Mum. A lovely lady.

Saddened to hear of Ruth's passing. Sincere condolences.
Catriona, Limerick Childcare

We are all saddened by the sudden loss of Ruth. She made a huge impact on the Turners Cross community, especially in the formation of the preschool that our children went to, and have such fond memories of. May God give strength all those left behind at this very hard time, and may He be good to Ruth's soul. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Sincere sympathy to all the Cullen family, especially Naomi.

So very sorry for your heartfelt loss Naoimi . May your Mum rest in peace. Thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time .

We extend our sincere & heartfelt condolences to the entire Cullen Family. Ruth was a lovely lady and will be missed.
Rest in Peace.
Love all the staff in Creche Cois Laoi x

Sincere condolences to Anton and your whole family at this very hard time for you all.

Deepest sympathies to Mick and family on the passing of your mum. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May she rest in peace.

May Ruth rest in peace. A pillar in the community, mentor and friend.Much loved by all,especially her own ,near and dear family.

Karl, Sincere condolences to you and the extended family on the sad passing of your Mum.

Our most sincere sympathies to Ruth's Family and friends , we all have lost a wonderful person , she reached out to everyone she met , doing such great work for Child Care in Cork May she rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to the Cullen family on the sudden passing of your mother Ruth. May she Rest In Peace.

Sincere condolences to the Cullen family during this time. Ruth was a lady who had such a caring nature and loved by all that met her. Thinking of you all, rest in peace Ruth.

Naomi, I have found it so difficult to put into words how I am feeling right now on the death of your mum,my friend and colleague Ruth. I have known Ruth for many years and have always found her to be
a friend that I could go to when I needed support. What a wise, strong woman she was and I was so lucky to be with her during our IPPA years and particularly during our time in Belfast for HughScope training
I am in Italy on holidays at present but right now I am waiting here to watch her funeral mass. My condolences
to you Naomi, your brother's and Ruth's grandchildren who she adored. Lucy 🙏

Very sorry to hear about the sad passing of Ruth. My first time delivering training was with Ruth a number of years ago. She was very knowledgeable and a great mentor. Sincere sympathy to her family and friends. Rest In Peace Ruth.

Sorry for the loss of your lovely mother Naomi and family, my she rest in peace

Our deepest sympathies all of Ruth's family.
It was a pleasure working with her, she was an expert in her field.
Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi.
Marian Ó Murchú- Naíonra Thigh Wilton

our sincere condolences to Anton, Karl, Michael ,christian and naomi on the very sudden and sad passing of your fantastic mother. She will be such a loss to the community. She would always love to stop for a chat and had such a kind and generous nature. She will be sadly missed by many. Rest in Peace Ruth.

I am feeling so sad about this loss. Ruth was a very kind person and the leader of Turnerscross community. Being migrant and isolated in the society, Ruth was the first person to welcomed me with wide open arms. Made the part of this Turnerscross community. Let me feel the my presence in society. She was like an Angel. She was wonderful and so kind. Had sympathetic eyes, face full of smile and heart full of love.
I was loving her.
Despite I had no blood relation with her. But feel a kind of special appeal with her soul. She is my mentor, spiritually, as mother and as professional.

She will always live in my heart with her smiling face and wide open arms.

May she rest in peace.

Sincere Sympathy for the Cullen family, especially Gia, and Karl, your dear mam and grandma's kind nature and empathy lives on in both of you, Which I have the honor of experiencing regularly,
Rest in peace, Ruth.

Saddened to hear of the sudden passing of this inspirational lady . I knew her through her work in Early Childhood Care & Education. & particularly during High/Scope Course in Belfast during the late 90s . She willingly shared her wisdom and philosophy of life on those long train journeys to Belfast.
At Dheis De go raibh a anam Dilis.

Deepest sympathies to Anton, Karl, Michael, Christian, Naomi.and all the extended Cullen family on the sad passing of your beloved Ruth. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Ruth epitomised the meaning of community spirit. She was always at the heart of her community in Turners Cross. Her work and involvement over the years in Turners Cross Community Centre, the Turners Cross/South Parish Summer Schemes and of course the early childhood sector is testament to the person that she was - kind, generous of spirit and generous with her time. We enjoyed many a discussion on both local and national politics when we would meet. She will be missed by many, but by her family most of all, especially her children and adored grandchildren. May Ruth Rest in Peace.

I have waited until now to write what is in my heart about Ruth…because, like you, I am overwhelmed with shock and sorrow at her passing.

Ruth was like no-one I’ve ever known - full of joy and caring for others and undeterred by difficulties. That is how she always appeared to me. As one who shared three grandchildren with her - Kilian, Lochlann, and Molly - and a son - Michael, husband of my dear Carol, I am honored to have experienced her strength and love for her family.

I charge us all to keep Ruth’s all encompassing love and strength going forward and all around. Wherever love is needed and wanted, do what Ruth would do, in her name and memory.

You - her children and grandchildren - are the lucky ones, the blessed, to have called Ruth Mam and Granny. We - her friends and family - are also blessed to have known her beauty.

Jeanne

Ruth was the keystone of her family. She welcomed newcomers as if they had known her forever. Her home became our home. With much love, Greg

Sincere sympathy to Ruth’s family on her sudden passing. We have lovely memories of Ruth growing up in Barrack Street. She was always lovely to meet over the years. Her beautiful smile and caring nature will be missed so much. Rest in peace Ruth

Deepest sympathies to Mike and family. We are so sorry for your sudden loss. We know how much you looked up to your mum and the really positive influence she had on you. May Ruth rest in peace. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Deepest condolences to Ruth's family on the huge loss of their beloved mum
Ruth was the guiding light through her dedication and expertise in bringing professionalism to the diverse range of childcare services in Cork
She will be sadly missed by all who were privileged to know her
Rest in peace

We are so sorry to hear of Ruth’s unexpected passing. She was such a kind and thoughtful lady. We will forever hold fond memories of Ruth at the South Parish/ Turner’s Cross Summer Scheme. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ruth’s family at this very difficult time. May she rest in peace.

So sad to hear of the passing of my St. Als classmate. May she rest in peace. My sympathies to her family

Slan abhaile Ruth. Your work here is truly done.

With fondest memories from all at Mayfield Community Preschool.

Deepest sympathy to Naomi and family. So sorry for your loss, thinking of you at this sad time.

My sympathy to the Cullen family on the death of ye'er Mam Great memories & fun with her on South Parish Summer Scheme many moons ago May she rest in peace