Ruth B. Kimball
1930 – 2009

BRIDGTON — Ruth B. Kimball, 79, of Bridgton passed away at her home Monday, Sept. 28, with her family by her side.

She was born on May 22, 1930, in Harrison, the daughter of Alden and Mildred Davis. She lived her childhood days in Harrison and North Bridgton, attending Bridgton schools. She married the late Wilbur Kimball Sr. on Sept. 12 1948, and resided in their Bridgton home for more than 50 years.

She was a caring and loving mother of six children. Her home was the “hub” of the family, which gathered there for holiday dinners as well as daily visits. She was an excellent cook, being known for her pie-making which was on full display during the holidays with a wide assortment of flavors. She also cooked for suppers at the United Methodist Church in Bridgton, provided laundry service to some area residents and a local children’s camp and created various crafts for church sales. She cherished her time working her many flower gardens. Affectionately known as “Oma,” her main focus was always her family.

She is survived by her children, Alletta Kimball, Robert A. Kimball Sr. and his wife, Robin, Wilbur “Billy” Kimball Jr., Linda Johnson, Julie Mowatt and her husband, Stephen and Susan Rivet and her husband, Wayne, all of Bridgton; 15 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Wilbur
on March 29, 2005; her brother, Gerald Haley; and several nieces,
nephews and cousins.