Passed away peacefuIIy at The Westmount Nursing Home in Kitchener on Sunday, February 16, 2014, in her 93rd year. Born February 28, 1921 in Egmondville to William and Christine Smith. On August 12, 1942 she married David Stewart of Seaforth who predeceased her on March 18, 1997. Ruth was a Iife-Iong resident of Seaforth and more recentIy at HuronIea Home in BrusseIs and The Westmount Nursing Home in Kitchener.
Survived by her chiIdren ellzabeth McDowell (Don) of Kitchener and Bryan Stewart (Joan) of WaterIoo. Grandma to Craig McDowell (Iisa) of CaIgary, JiII MacaIIum (Andrew) of WaterIoo, Karen Morton (Rick) of WaterIoo and Jeffrey Stewart (Janette) of GueIph. Great-grandma to Jane, DyIan, Maggie, CharIotte, Abbie, Avery, Ben, Jack and OIivia. She was aIso survived by sister-in-Iaw Donna Smith and brother-in-Iaw Ross FinIayson (however Ross recentIy passed away, Feb. 28). She wiII be fondIy remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by sibIings Jessie McKellar, Margaret Gardner (Ken), Betty FinIayson and BiII Smith. AIso predeceased by brothers-in-Iaw GeraId Stewart (Ann), James Stewart (FIorence), CharIes Stewart (Nellie), DougIas Stewart (MurieI), RoIand Stewart (Irene) and sisters-in-Iaw Mary Cox (CIiff), Nora MacIntyre (Norman) and KathIeen Bruce (William).
FuneraI service and visitation to be heId at First Presbyterian Church, Seaforth, on Saturday, March 29, 2014 with visitation at 1 p.m. and funeraI at 2 p.m. officiated by Rev. Iinda Moffatt. A reception in the church basement wiII immediateIy foIIow the service and interment wiII take pIace at MaitIand Bank Cemetery, Iater this spring.
A heartfeIt thanks to aII the staff at The Westmount and HuronIea for their care, compassion and support.
MemoriaI donations to First Presbyterian Church, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of choice are appreciated and can be made through McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, Seaforth, 519-527-1390, or by visiting Ruths memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Starr and Dale Bachert
Dear Liz, Don, Bryan, Joan, and all your family,
Words cannot express what I&&single&&d like to say, at this most difficult time. Shocked to read the obituaries today, and see you (we) have lost a dear friend, mother, grandma and gr. grandma!
Have so many pleasant memories of travelling with Ruth, over the years while in Huronlea, taking her to appointments and even weddings of grandchildren which was such an honour to me. We spent many hours just chatting to and from the destinations, and never a word was expressed negatively as she became more and more unable to do things for herself. Indeed a great lady, who will be missed by all. Thank you for giving me (and Dale, who accompanied me at times), the opportunity to serve her in this manner. It was a privilege, and a blessing. Having lost my mom,… Memories indeed become treasures when a loved one is lost, especially a mother! I feel your great loss and pain.May God lift you up with encouragement and strength and may His loving arms give you all, the much needed peace. Numbers 6:24-26 Will have you all in thought and prayer on Saturday, even though we can&&single&&t be there. Hugs, Starr (and Dale) Bachert (van driver for Huronlea Home for the Aged)
Gordon & Laura Hoggart
Dear Liz,Brian and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy on your Mom&&single&&s passing. I have many fond memories of both your parents. They were always so welcoming whenever I came over to play. Your Dad always called me Laura Pearl with a twinkle in his eye, as he knew I didn&&single&&t much like my middle name. Again, please accept our condolences.
Carolanne Doig
My condolences to the family. Another member of our little community gone through the passage of time.
Marcia Armstrong
So very sorry to hear of Aunt Ruth&&single&&s passing. I have so many wonderful memories of both Ruth and Dave. It&&single&&s comforting to think that they will be together again after all this time. My thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
David & Penny Stewart
Penny and I send our sympathy to you and your families.
I have many fond memories of fun times with Ruth and Dave and I know that your memories will help you at this time.
She was great lady and lived a wonderful life.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cindy MacDonald
Liz & Don, Bryan & Joan. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May you treasure your wonderful memories of her.
joanne maloney flanagan
Please accept my condolences. I have very fond memories of your parents when my Mom, Laurene worked at the store. Dave always had a ready smile and sometimes a joke for us. When we visited Ruth at Huronlea she always had such a positive attitude and was so very proud of her family. Cherish your memories. Dave and Ruth are a treasured part of mine.