THE DAYTONA BEACH NEWS-JOURNAL
Daytona Beach, Florida
Thursday, June 2, 2016 

Ruth Margaret Dono Ottersen 

Ruth Margaret Dono Ottersen died at home on May 28, 2016 at the age of 87. Born on October 20, 1928 in Brooklyn, NY, Ruth was the wife of the late Eugene, mother of Dorothy (Bailey), Michael, and favorite son-in-law David Bailey. In addition, Ruth was the beloved "Nanny" of Breck, Evan and Coulter Bailey. Her relationship with her grandsons was extraordinary and the source of her greatest joy.  

Ruth had many friends in Palm Coast with whom she played golf, mahjongg and bridge. She was a member of the "Silver Foxes", a rapidly growing group of widows who dined together monthly.  

She loved to cook and instilled in her children and grandsons an appreciation for fine (Italian) food. Her African violets are legendary. Ruth enjoyed a life full of travel and adventure, but her love of family and friends was of utmost importance to her. She loved and was loved, and will be sorely missed.  

A Roman Catholic Mass in her honor will be celebrated in the fall.  

Arrangements are in the trust and care Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home.