Ruth E. McKinnon (Riley) of Melrose, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on October 7, 2022 at the age of 82. Ruth was born on September 21, 1940 to the late Walter and Ruth Riley. Ruth was raised in Melrose and was a graduate of Melrose High School class of 1958. She then furthered her education at the Chandler Professional School of Boston.

Ruth married the love of her life Robert McKinnon, and they went on to spend 55 years together and raise two wonderful sons.

Ruth enjoyed reading, traveling, and taking family trips to many of Cape Cod's beaches. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren Andrew & Molly.

Ruth was the beloved wife of Robert McKinnon. Dear & devoted mother of Stephen McKinnon & his wife Debra Heroux of Chelmsford, Thomas McKinnon & his wife Lissa of Franklin. Loving grandmother of Andrew & Molly. Daughter of the late Walter & Ruth Riley. Caring sister of Richard Riley & his wife Marilyn of Reading and the late Robert Riley & his wife Judi of N.H.

Funeral service will be private.