Ruth E. (Burns) Barys, 92, of Partridge Hill Road, died peacefully in her home on Saturday, November 16, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband of 71 years, Walter “Wally” R. Barys Sr. of Charlton, who died earlier this year; and her sister, Stella Anderson of Oakham. She is survived by two sons, Walter “Skip” Barys Jr. and his wife Judy of Auburn, and James A. Barys and his wife Elizabeth of Oakham; four grandchildren, Barbara Barys of Auburn, Robert Barys of Fort Myers, FL, Mitchell Barys of Worcester, and Julia Jewell of Albuquerque, NM; three great grandchildren, Justin, Matthew, and Jenna. She was born in Worcester, the daughter of the late Alfred Prescott and Julia (Gaige) Burns, and lived in Holden before moving to Charlton in 1978. She graduated from Commerce High School in Worcester.

     Mrs. Barys was an executive secretary at Norton Company in Worcester for 28 years, retiring in 1979. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed water skiing, snow skiing, swimming, and going to the beach. She loved to be around people and enjoyed her many friends. She and her husband enjoyed their long retirements at the lake, and loved spending time with their family.

     The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the wonderful caregivers who provided their comfort and care during her illness.

     Memorial calling hours are Friday, November 22, 2013, from 5-7 p.m. at Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford. A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Overlook Hospice, P.O. Box 1000, Charlton, Massachusetts 01507.