Arch, Ruth Beach of Peabody, formerly of Lexington. Born June 8, 1919, graduated from Arlington High School and Leslie College. Married Lawrence Burnap Arch on January 6, 1946 in Lexington. Ruth was an avid gardener, seamstress and crafter, and her creations will be treasured by her family for many generations. Ruth dedicated many years to the Lexington Chapter of Eastern Star, and the Advisory Board for the Rainbow Girls. She is survived by her devoted husband Lawrence, son Sherrard and his wife Marianne, daughter Deborah, grandson Eric and his long-time girlfriend Natalie, and grandson Scott and his wife Susan, and great-grandchildren Mason and Lily Arch. In lieu of flowers, tax-deductible donations can be made to the Jimmy Fund (www.jimmyfund.org) or Northeast Boston Terrier Rescue (www.nebostonrescue.org/).