Ruth (Levine) Edelson, 96, of West Hartford, Conn., passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2014. She was the wife of the late Harry Edelson. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of A. Morris and Fanny (Baron) Levine. Ruth was a graduate of Brooklyn College and earned a Masters’ degree at the University of Hartford. Ruth taught at both the elementary level and in the Reading Department of the Bloomfield, Conn. school system for many years. She was a life member of Beth David Synagogue, West Hartford, and Hadassah. Mrs. Edelson is survived by her children, Dr. Paul J. Edelson of Brooklyn, N.Y. and Caryl Edelson Blum of West Hartford. She also leaves seven grown grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. A funeral was held on Monday, August 18. Donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. HEBREW FUNERAL ASSOCIATION