Ruth (Howarth) Riopelle

Ruth (Howarth) Riopelle of Summerfield, Florida formerly of Dunstable January 5, 2017 after a brief illness. She was born in Lowell March 30, 1930 and was a graduate of Lowell High School.

A woman who loved to travel and her enjoyed her time in Florida, and enjoyed swimming with her “mermaid” swimming group in Florida.

She is survived by her husband of 67 years Joseph Riopelle of Summerfield, 2 sons Robert and Cheryl Riopelle of Dunstable, Joseph and Dorothy Riopelle of Summerfield, FL. Grandchildren Robert and Ashley Riopelle of Dunstable, Joseph Riopelle and Christie of Fort Stewart, Georgia, Steven Riopelle of Wisconsin Matthew and Ally Riopelle  of Georgia, Peter Riopelle and Sanne of Alaska  4 great Grandchildren Allyra, Siren, Logan and Oliver Riopelle. Services were held in Florida, local arrangements will be announced at later date. Please see  www.mcgaffiganfuneral.com