Audrey Eleanor Ruffen (Richardson) peacefully entered eternal rest on December 7, 2023, in Peabody, MA. A lifelong resident of Lynn, MA, Audrey was a dedicated individual who left an indelible mark on the lives she touched. Educated in Lynn public schools, Audrey graduated from Lynn Classical High School in 1946. Renowned for her wit and memorable expressions such as: "PDQ" ("Pretty Damn Quick") and "Such is Life in the Big City," and if asked what's up, she'd always reply "The sky and Taxes". Audrey was a beacon of humor, wisdom, and light.Audrey is preceded in death by her mother Mable Campbell, 10 Siblings, 2 children Kim Richardson and Michele M. Rucker.
She leaves to mourn her loss her siblings Delores (Howard) Jackson, Robert Campbell, Cynthia Freeman, Grace Bronson, James Campbell Jr, her children Darryl (Lisa) Ruffen, Philip (Busi) Ruffen, Cheri (Stephen) Williams, 13 grandchildren and 11 great- grandchildren a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. She will be missed by everyone she met.
Celebration of Life will be on December 15, 2023 at Greater Bethlehem Temple Pentecostal Church 21 Light St. Lynn, MA 01905
Viewing 10AM with services to follow at 11AM.