Ruth A. Carty, 84, of Bradford, passed away,Thursday, February 21, 2019, at Bradford Regional Medical Center. 

Born October 18, 1934 in Bradford, she was a daughter of the Edward and late Suzi (Anderson) Cooper. She was a 1951 graduate of Bradford High School.

Ruth was employed at Singer's Country Store, Bradford Regional Medical Center, and prior to her retirement she worked as a nurses aid at the Pavilion @ BRMC. 

She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, reading, shopping, time with her dog, most especially spending time with her family. 

Surviving are three daughters, Terri Carty, Wendy Arnett, Bambi Bryant, one son, Larry Carty, all of Bradford, four grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lawrence E. Carty, one daughter Robin Distrola, three sisters, Mary Cooper, Hazel Woodring, and Edith Deitz, and one brother John Cooper.

At the families request there will be no services observed. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery. 

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. .

Memorials contributions if desired, may be made to the SPCA or a charity of the donor's choice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com