Ruth ((Bransky)) Smith

Ruth Bransky Smith, 91, formerly of Bloomfield and West Hartford, died on Monday, July 29, 2019.

Predeceased by her husband, Harry, with whom she shared 62 years of marriage. Rut and Hairsh adored their three children and spouses: Ellen and Neal Litinger of Paramus, NJ, Robert and Beverly Smith of South Windsor, and Steven and Carey Smith of Delray Beach, Florida. If it were possible to top their Love for their children, it was for their 6 grandchildren and their 6 great-grandchildren for whom GG was incomparable. Ruth also leaves her brother, Marvin (and Terri) Bransky of Hypoluxo, Fl., and countless nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and grand-nephews.

Ruth worked as the Rabbi’s administrator at Beth Hillel Synagogue in Bloomfield, CT for 35 years in collaboration with Rabbi Philip Lazowski, her boss and dear friend. In her retirement she could often be found at the West Hartford Senior Center deeply engrossed in a Mah Jongg or card game.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at 1:30 at the Weinstein Mortuary, Farmington Avenue, Hartford.

Donations in Ruth’s name may be made to the New York Presbyterian Hospital Center for Liver Disease And Transplantation, NY, NY, or to a favorite charity.

Donations in Ruth’s name may be made toThe New York Presbyterian Hospital Center for Liver DiseaseAnd Transplantation622 West 168th StreetNew York, NY 10032or to A Charity of the Donor’s Choice