Donia Ruel Obituary

Donia RUEL

1967 - 2015

In the early hours of November 16, 2015, after a long fight against breast cancer, Donia passed away quietly in her sleep. The world is a little less bright today without her quick smile, bright eyes and unwavering sense of humour. She leaves behind her parents, sister, sisters-in-law, brothers, brother-in-law, nieces and nephews. She will also be missed by her dear friends, her witnesses to a life well lived. A service will take place on November 20th at the Mount Pleasant Visitation Centre, 375 Mount Pleasant Road. We will begin with a visitation at 1:00 p.m, followed by a service at 2:00 and a reception from 3:00 - 5:00. Please consider a donation to the Breast Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.

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Published by Toronto Star on Nov. 18, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Donia Ruel

12 Entries

Jim and Valerie Stewart

November 30, 2015

We are saddened with the news of Donia's passing. Our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends and co-workers

Christine Carrier

November 23, 2015

My condoléances to the whole family

November 19, 2015

My deepest condolences go out to Donia's family as we, her friends, mourn the passing of a beautiful light. Heartbreaking is this news that she is no longer with us in body but the warmth that emanated from her presence will ensure that her spirit will always be a part of us. Donia, I will play a song for you. I hope that you will all remember her by the beauty in the Christian McBride's rendition of "I'll Write A Song For You" originally done by Earth Wind & Fire. To Donia with love. - Lynden Vassell, friend, British Columbia

Bob & Giuliana Katz

November 18, 2015

We wish the very best for Donia's parents, sisters, brother, nephews & nieces, her extended family, and her friends. Healing is not easy, but knowing you could not have done more should bring you comfort.

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Julie Hysen

November 18, 2015

Marie, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I hope that all of you will find some measure of comfort in warm memories of your sister. With affection, Julie

S. Wilson

November 18, 2015

Michael and family, I'm sorry for your loss. I know she was a bright light in many lives. Her light will live on in beautiful memories.

Elizabeth Marquis

November 18, 2015

Dear Donia, you will be missed, I enjoyed my time with you at the CNO, the lunches, laughter and good times will not be forgotten. May your soul rest in peace forever, Amen!

Pat Van Horne

November 18, 2015

I first met Donia when she was barely in her twenties, when she was the receptionist at the Steelworkers' Toronto area office on Cecil Street. She was funny, sweet, with perfect skin and a ready smile. She dressed in Steelworker colours of blue and gold, with lots of sparkles and feathers, in a memorable Caribana parade back then. I had a photo from that day and returned it to her a few years ago. I hope someone close to her still has it. She fought so hard against this terrible disease and never lost her sense of silliness and fun. And she remained as sparkly and beautiful as that day at Caribana so long ago.