Ruth Anne Ellerd
December 11, 1958 ~ December 2, 2025
Ruth Anne Ellerd, age 66, of Ridge died Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Ruth was born December 11, 1958 in Summit, New Jersey. She is the daughter of the late Benjamin and the late Wilma Jeanne (Smith) Senitzky. She was a self employed Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She is survived by her daughters, Michelle D'Andrea of Hawley, Pennsyvania and Megan Ferretti of Rocky Point, New York. Two sisters, Susan Chiarella of New Hampshire and Hannah Weis. She also has eight grandchildren, Anna Ferretti, Benjamin Ferretti, Grace D'Andrea, Ava D'Andrea, Eliana D'Andrea, Abigail D'Andrea, Juliette D'Andrea, and William D'Andrea on the way, due January 15th, 2026. All arrangements including private cremation have been entrusted to the Rocky Point Funeral Home, 603 Route 25A, Rocky Point, New York. A Memorial Mass of Christian burial will be offered 10:00 am on Tuesday, December 9 at St. Louis De Montfort RC Church, 75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach, NY. An online guestbook can be found at www.rockypointfuneralhome.com.
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Our lives will not be the same without you, Ruth. Despite our absence our thoughts are with you now and in the days to come. Love you all.
So sorry for your loss. Ruth was a wonderful person and helped me immensely. She will be greatly missed.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Ruth was a very special person and a wonderful therapist who helped me for many years my life won’t be the same without her continuous help. My heart is very heavy and my thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Love,
Paula
Ruth was my flute teacher and I baby-sat for Megan and Michelle for years. She had such a huge impact on me in my teenage years — I will never forget once I burst into tears during a flute lesson over something stupid (probably a bad grade) and she canceled the lesson and took the time to instead listen to my problems. My heart is broken hearing this news and sending all my love to Megan, Michelle and the whole family. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Love always,
Caroline
Ruth provided a safe and comforting place for me for many years, helping me through many difficult journeys in my life. Life felt safer and easier walking into her calming office. I can confidently say that I would not be the woman I am today without her wisdom and guidance; I am eternally grateful. Ruth was a blessing to many and her legacy will live on through all the help she provided to her many clients. Thank you, Ruth, for sharing your gifts with the world and providing guidance and comfort to so many. Sending peace and strength to Ruth’s friends and family during this immense loss.
So sorry to hear the news of Ruth passing. I feel so fortunate that I got to work with Ruth and meet her beautiful family. Ruth had a huge heart and was a wonderful caring person. She holds a special
Place in my heart.
Mary Huot
I was so sad to learn of Ruth’s passing. Ruth was my flute teacher, and I loved the time I spent with her during lessons. After Megan was born, and then Michelle, Ruth gave me the very welcomed opportunity to babysit. Ruth was easy to talk to and be myself with in ways that were meaningful to the adolescent I was back then and remain significant to me today. While I lost touch as I grew up and away from MP, I imagined reconnecting one day, especially after learning of her subsequent career as a clinical social worker and therapist as I navigated my own way in the same field. I am so sorry to have waited too long, and will always remember Ruth as a warm, steady, compassionate presence during that formative time.
Sending Ruth’s loved ones my deepest condolences. Wishing you peace, comfort, and healing as you travel through these difficult days.
Ruth, you were more than my therapist, you were my best friend. You never gave up on me, never once. You always saw the best in me, and you never once judged me for anything I wanted to accomplish. Whatever I do, wherever I go, I’ll always carry you with me, right in my heart. I love you.
Love,
Gary
So sorry she is a great loss to this world. Such a wonderful soul that I will miss dearly.
Love, Jean
In honor of the Step-mom of Gina and Loriana and family. We are so sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry about RUTHS passing she was my therapist for many years I will miss her dearlyh
My thoughts & prayers are with your family at this difficult time! I will miss Ruth terribly! Ruth was such a kind & compassionate person to everyone!
Iam in shock .. Ruth has been my therapist for over 15 years.. i just texted her a week ago and didnt hear back from her.. i felt something wasnt right… iam so sorry.. ruth was a beautiful soul.. 😢💔
I am a an LCSW formerly of Coram, who had the pleasure of referring and being referred clients by Ruth. She was a pleasure to work with and my sincere condolences to all.
Ruth, youll be so very missed. You’ve gotten me through so much. If not for you I wouldnt be here today. My condolences to your beautiful family.
Although I never met you in person Ruth, I spoke with you at times while making professional referrals to you. You were always so pleasant and helpful, always willing to work with folks who were hurting and struggling and in need of a caring therapist. Thank you for being the good soul you were in this world and I hope I will get the chance to meet you in the next. My condolences to your loved ones, your family and your friends. Guy Koutouvidis
Sending my condolences.
I am a patient and we were more like friends. For over a decade, you have helped guide me through so much. After calling your cell phone a few times after our missed appts. I decided to google your name today. I am so grateful to have experienced your grace, kindness, genuine love, and support. Rest in spiritual comfort my friend.
Nitasha, MS, PNP-C
My Dear Ruthie, I searched for you many times over the years, only to find you too late. My heart is breaking, you were my first love. When we were little kids we were inseparable, riding bikes, climbing trees! The gorgeous red maple in the front yard, the giant pine in the back with the best treehouse ever. I just knew you would grow to be a loving, caring woman. Loving condolences to your family, Your memory will always be a blessing.
~Ginny Branca Schaire, Salisbury, MD