Ruth R Petersen

Ruth R. Petersen, 64 of Little Egg Harbor, NJ passed away on Sunday November 8th, 2026. Ruth was born in Pompton Plains, NJ and has spent the last 54 years of her life living in the Little Egg Harbor area. Ruth previously worked as a Bank Teller for NatWest Bank in Atlantic City, NJ before staying home to take care of her son. She enjoyed baking with her family, coloring, gardening, listening to music, and most of all being a mother and wife.

Ruth was predeceased by her sister Alberta Ninehan.

She is survived by her loving husband Jeffrey Petersen of 44 years, son Jeffrey Petersen and his significant other Samantha Costanzo of Little Egg Harbor, NJ, mother Maryann Ninehan, father Charlie Thatcher, sister Elizabeth Cyples, brother Peter Salek, and niece Ada Caponera Rex.

Ruth is loved by anyone who meets her and that love was returned tenfold. She is forever caring, compassionate, and loving to those around her. It is in her nature to protect her loved ones and those she holds dear. Her kindness and spirit will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of meeting her.

Cremation will be private and a Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday November 14th, 2026 from 1-3pm with a brief Funeral Service at 3pm at Maxwell Funeral Home 160 Mathistown Rd. Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087.