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"Hiring Ruthann as our officiant was one
of the best things we did for our wedding. Not only did she come up with a very detailed ceremony...she made it extremely
personal and one of a kind. At the end of a reading, all of our guests applauded! I've never experienced
that at a wedding! We had people complimenting us on the ceremony. We know we would have never found another
officiant like Ruthann."
- Tracy & Jason Leigh, Little Falls, NJ
Ruthann handled my beautiful mother's
memorial service in a way that was a tribute to her and her life. The presentation was professional and truly one of a kind.
Instead of mourning her death, we were able to rejoice in her life and enjoy wonderful memories. I'm looking forward to working
with Ruthann again on a tribute to the Coast Guard retirement of both me and my husband. JoAnne Meyer Herrera - Washington, NJ
Ruthann Disotell led the Service of Remembrance for
the deceased members of the New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association at the 2008 annual convention. Performing a funeral
service for funeral directors is a tall and difficult order. Ruthann spoke with the family members of the deceased and used
her verbal creativity to craft a service that honored the members that cared for the dead. I was President of the Association
during that convention and asked Ruthann to lead the service. I'm extremely happy that Ruthann spoke from her heart. She used
a combination of funny stories and serious stories to highlight a person's accomplishment during their life. Ruthann is a
dedicated tribute specialist. I highly recommend her to perform a celebration service for your loved one. Dan Simone - Past President, New Jersey State Funeral Directors
Association
Dear Ruthann,
I want
to express to you my gratitude for the amazing celebration of Richie's life that you gave. Your presentation was filled
with such emotion, compassion and love that it seemed as if you knew Richie personally. I am so appreciative for all that
you did for us during such a difficult time. You honored our loved one as he so well deserved. So many of Richie's friends
told us that Richie's funeral was the most spectacular and special one that they had ever attended.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Fondly,
Adrienne Thayer - Livingston, New Jersey
Ruthann,
My family has received so many compliments on the memorial service you prepared for my Mom. The
amount of care that went into every moment was very evident. Everyone who knew Doris felt it was a compliment to her
life. Although it was a very sad occasion because we lost someone we admired and loved so much, we appreciate that her
eulogy was also filled with humor and it truly was a celebration of her life. We especially loved the opportunity to
share a private note with her and my Mom's twin, Helen, was so touched by everything that afterwards she said to me,
"I want you to take care of my service when the time comes." I hope the time does not come for many years,
but I know who I will call.
Thank you for providing a much needed service. I will
definitely be singing your praises to friends and family looking to give that last special gift to their loved one.
Warm Regards,
Joyce
L., Bloomfield, NJ
PS - Please share this with Glenda Stansbury, from In-Sight Institute, who highly recommended
you to me.
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After
the Mass for my father, we had a tribute service at the mausoleum chapel. I made sure my 96 year old father had the best
of everything to honor his long life in funeral service. Of all of the things I arranged for, Ruthann's service received
and continues to receive the most wonderful comments. Even the priest said how nice it was. Daddy would have been so pleased.
I am so glad we did this for him.
I can't recommend Ruthann highly enough. If you are fortunate enough to experience one of her services, you'll
see why.
Anna Louise Bongiovi, CFSP
Bongiovi Funeral Home, LLC
Raritan,
New Jersey
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I recently prarticipated in
a life celebration that Ruthann provided celebrant leadership. She worked in a very short timeline to get together all participant
information and presented when needed appropriately and with dignity. She led the three hour event and helped the family at
a time when they needed this service. Thank you, Ruthann, for providing a venue that was beautiful and heartfelt. Stuart Weiss - Boston, MA
I had the
privilege of attending a service of a departed friend in which Ruthann presided. Her service was inspiring. I learned so much
more about my friend than I had ever known. Having been to my share of memorial services, often leaving somber, this was truly
a celebration of his time with us. I witnessed both family and friends laugh and cry all with heartfelt wishes and a clear
sense of his time with us. I would recommend that anyone who has lost, or is about to say farewell to a friend or loved one,
spend time with Ruthann to consider her services. Unique, thoughtful and inspiring, a special lady with a remarkable gift. Steven Firrello -
High Bridge, NJ
Dear Ruthann,
Words cannot begin to describe the comfort you provided in honoring the memory of my
husband Walter's beloved mother, Arlene, thru your "Celebration of a Lifetime" presentation and video. You were
able to help us get beyond the tragic circumstance and focus on the gifts she gave each of us. Thank you for your professionalism,
your kind understanding and most of all your dedication to honoring the lives of those we love! Sincerely, Lora
Mack
Washington, NJ
When the family came
back to the funeral home
the day after their graveside service,
they were so,
so pleased;
they were raving about her
and couldn't stop talking
about how wonderful it all was!
And this was about a funeral! Ruthann has certainly
found her 'fit'. This is what she was meant to do.
Paulette Crabiel-Wahler
Crabiel Home for Funerals
Milltown, NJ
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