Ruth E. Metcalf, A lifelong resident of Bridgewater, died after a long illness at the German Center for Extended Care in West Roxbury. She was 90. Born in Bridgewater, daughter of the late Howard L. & Irene (Nicollas) Metcalf, she was a graduate of Bridgewater High School. She received her Master’s Degree from in Education from Bridgewater State College. She worked as a manager for Household Financial in Middleboro. She was a member of the Central Square United Church of Christ, Treasurer & member of Bridgewater VNA. She enjoyed reading & Golf. She was the sister of Marion L. Metcalf of Brookline, & Ralph L. Metcalf of Tampa, Fl. She is also survived by several nieces & nephews. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, October 15 at 2:00PM in the Central Square Congregational Church, Central Square, Bridgewater. Arrangements by the Prophett Funeral Home, Bridgewater.