Ruth M. Giantomasi

Age 73, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2003 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family.Ruth is survived by her husband of 48 years; Roger Giantomasi, two daughters; Jan (John) Woychak of Pine City, Cindy Caforio of Elmira; grandchildren, Richard Caforio of Elmira, Stephanie & Nicholas Woychak of Pine City; special friend Larry Kelly; sisters and brother; Pearl (Bill) Snyder of Genesee, PA, Jean (Monte) Lisi of Corning, NY, Hervey (Arloween) Benson of Westfield, PA; sister-in-law, Eva Benson; brother-in-law, Bob (Kathleen) Giantomasi.She was predeceased by her parents; Ernest and RuthBenson; sister; Emma Simmons; brother; William Benson.Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira on Sunday, December 28, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM.Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, December 29, 2003 at St. Mary?s Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira at 10:00 am.Father Patrick Connor celebrant.Interment immediately following mass at St. Peter and Paul?s Cemetery, Elmira.Memorial donations may be made to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning, Road, Corning, NY 14830.A ?Candle of Remembrance? may be left for the family at www.olthof.com.