Emma Kathryn "Ruth" SHERIDAN

SHERIDAN, Emma Kathryn "Ruth" - In her 90th year, passed away May 3, 2013 after a brief illness in Port Perry Hospital. Born September 10, 1923 to Olive and Edwin Foster, she married the Love of her Life, Norm Sheridan August 10, 1945. She worked with her father in his drug store, until she and Norm bought their own variety store which they owned and operated for nearly 20 years. She ended her working days as the executive floor-receptionist with Confederation Life. Widowed at 51, she was an inspiration to all, as she continued to live her life to the fullest. She drove a car from age 12-88, made the best butter tarts, devilled eggs and nuts n bolts. A huge support to the family, and our greatest cheerleader, she leaves behind her children: Lee Ayer (John), Kent Sheridan (Sue), grandchildren: Kerri Mossman (Derek), Brock MCNamara (Alyssa), Hunter, Skyler and Summer Sheridan, Joel Ayer (Nadina), predeceased by Matthew Ayer; great-grandchildren: Emily Ayer, Aidan McNamara, Harper Mossman and newborn Foster McNamara. She will be sorely missed by her only sister Joan Mactavish, niece Bonnie Mactavish (Bob Hunter), nephew Bruce Mactavish (Nancy), great-nieces, nephews and cousins. A celebration of her life will be held at St. John's United Church, 2 Nobert Road, Toronto at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, 2013. Reception to follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ryde Lake Camp Box 1120, Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1V4 or a charity of your choice. Heartfelt thanks to the nurses and doctors who ensured that Ruth was kept comfortable in her last remaining days.