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JOCELYN RUBY Obituary

Died June 29, 2025, in Ottawa, in her 91st year. Daughter of the late Dr. Ralph Archibald and Margery Ruby, Jocelyn was born in Ottawa in 1934. She lived in many places, including Kemptville, Tilbury, London, Sarnia, Penticton, Barrie, Goderich, Toronto, and finally Ottawa. She was the proud and loving mother of Cub Lea and Anita Shrier (Les Landsberger). Loving sister of Dr. Ralph Ruby and his wife, the late Elizabeth Ruby (whom Jocelyn loved as a sister). Loving aunt of Geoff Ruby, Jill Ruby and Ellen Ruby (Marcel Drouin). Great-aunt of William Ruby. Survived by very dear friends, Larry Sargent, Pat Sargent and Cathy McDonald, among others. A former co-owner of Signal-Star Publishing of Goderich, Jocelyn served as president and board member of the Ontario Community Newspaper Association and on the board of the Canadian Community Newspaper Association. She also served on the boards of the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital and the women's shelter in Goderich. Jocelyn earned her accountant designation (CGA) while running a business and raising a family. After retirement, Jocelyn travelled widely and became an avid duplicate bridge player, achieving the Silver Life Master designation. She was a strong, formidable lady who loved good food and wine, good company and a game of cards. Jocelyn lived a long, full life and will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa or Dying with Dignity would be appreciated.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Jul. 19 to Jul. 23, 2025.

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Paula Smith. Mrs Herman Smith)

July 22, 2025

Many memories of her as a lovely gal at high school and comforting wishes to her family and to Ralph and his family.

Barbara Bain

July 22, 2025

Dear Anita
Marie Chambers and I are sending you our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mom. You will remember seeing how much fun we shared. Those good memories will always stay with us. Love from
Barb Bain

Arthur Morris

July 19, 2025

My sincere and deepest sympathy to Anita. I have many memories of our friendship.

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