To the Editor:
I was greatly moved to have received a phone call informing me that my deceased wife, Ruth, had been named the Mattapoisett recipient of this year’s Wanderer Keel Award.
Ruth would often joke about never being considered a true “townie” because she was already 30 years old when making Mattapoisett her home in 1977. Despite this handicap, she quickly fell in love with her surroundings and became immersed in a variety of educational, environmental, and recreational activities in the town. This interest, involvement, and love of Mattapoisett continued for all of her remaining days.
I’d like to extend my thanks and appreciation to those individuals who remembered Ruth’s many contributions and nominated her for this award – a wonderful recognition of the most loving and compassionate person I have ever known.
Very truly,
Richard Bates, Mattapoisett