Obituary of Helen Carruthers

Helen Carruthers, 92, of Cortland, passed away April 30, 2011 at the Cortland Care Center. She was born May 14, 1918 in Truxton, the daughter of the late Jasper and Cora Hamilton Bush. Helen was an area resident all her life. In her spare time she enjoyed traveling and cooking. She also enjoyed spending time and caring for her family, including time spent with her grandson Travis when he was younger. She is survived by her husband of 69 yrs. Irving Carruthers of Cortland, her son Douglas ( Joanne) Carruthers of Cortland, her four grandchildren, her one great grandchild, and nieces and nephews. A calling hour will be held Tuesday 10-11 am with funeral to begin 11 am at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home inc., 9 Lincoln ave., Cortland NY. Burial will follow at the Cortland Rural Cemetery. Contributions may be made to St. Marys School, 61 north Main St., Cortland NY, 13045. To offer condolences online, visit www.wright-beard.com