Ruth Archer Has Passed

Ruth Archer Dec 2015

ad news this morning with the passing yesterday of one of Greystones’ most-loved figures.

Along with her late husband, Eric, Ruth Archer was an integral part of this town.

Pic: Peter McNiff

And they also gave us some rather wonderful kids too.

With the funeral being held in private, here are the details…

Ruth Sarah Archer (née Sharpe) of Greystones, Co. Wicklow, died peacefully on 2nd October, 2021, in her 99th year, in the exceptional care of the staff at Eyrefield Manor Nursing Home, Greystones; beloved wife of the late Eric, dearly loved mother of Yvonne, Gillian, Derek, Robin and Douglas, she will be greatly missed by all her family relatives and friends.

The family wish to offer a special word of thanks to Rev. David Mungavin and Dr. Brendan Cuddihy for the care and kindness they gave to Ruth.

Reposing at Colliers Funeral Home, Bray on Tuesday (5th October) from 5.00pm-7.00pm. In accordance with Ruth’s wishes, her Funeral Service will take place privately. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to WSPCA Sharpeshill Animal Sanctuary here.

Enquires to Colliers Funeral Service Ltd on 012720777.

You can check out our December 2015 visit with Eric and Ruth here.