Ruth E. Walter, 77

Ruth Elizabeth (Tilton) Walter, 77, of Chichester, passed on July 27, 2026, in Concord.

She was born on Oct. 8, 1948, in Laconia, to Harold and Lillian Tilton. Ruth attended Tilton Northfield High School where she graduated in 1966. After graduation, she attended hairdressing school. On May 4, 1968, she married the love of her life, Richard C. Walter Sr. Together they have shared 58 wonderful years of love, laughter, and kindness.

Ruth worked in the Franklin School system while her children were young. She then worked for Ames department store for over 15 years. After years of retail, she moved on to her next journey as the secretary of the Board of Massages for the State of New Hampshire, where she retired to begin her final career move — taking care of her beloved grandchildren. This was her favorite “job.”

Ruth found joy in reading books, especially Danielle Steel novels. She loved to watch classic TV shows, listen to Elvis Presley and was an avid NASCAR and soccer fan.

Ruth is predeceased by her brother, Raymond H. Tilton. She is survived by her husband, Richard C. Walter Sr.; her children, Richard C. Walter Jr., Lisa Walter-Saturley, and Timothy Walter; her four grandchildren, Michael Walter, Gabriana Walter, Alex Walter and Anthony Saturley; as well as her great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Owen Walter; her sister, Susan (Tilton) Dupuis and her husband Paul Dupuis; and many nieces and nephews.

The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the doctors and nurses at Concord Hospital and the Granite VNA for their compassionate care.

A graveside service will be held at noon on Thursday, Aug. 6, at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life at 12:30 p.m. at Alan’s of Boscawen restaurant.

Assisting with arrangements is Phaneuf Funeral Home, Boscawen. To view Ruth’s online tribute, send condolences to the family, or for more information, visit phaneuf.net.