Ruth Elizabeth Johnson

Ruth Johnson Obituary

JOHNSON, Ruth Elizabeth (Lehman) On Saturday, July 25, 2009 at North York General Hospital, in her 77th year, Ruth, surrounded and loved by her family, passed into the arms of her Lord, Jesus Christ. We are thankful for the time she was ours and will forever treasure the many ways she touched our lives. Beloved and cherished wife of Gordon for 53 years. Devoted and dearly loved mother of Susan and Bruce, Heather and Jeremy, Graeme and Carina. Loving Grandma to Melissa, Michael, Matthew, Kriss, Joshua, Katie, Bethany, Esther and Henry. Loved by her sister-in-law Gwendolyn. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Morningstar Christian Fellowship, 7601 Sheppard Avenue East, Scarborough (just west of Morningside Avenue) on Thursday, July 30th at 4:00 p.m. A reception will follow. A private immediate family committal service will have taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to Overseas Missionary Fellowship International, 5155 Spectrum Way, Bldg. 21, Mississauga, ON L4W 5A1, would be appreciated by the family. "For me to live is Christ and to die is gain."

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Published by Toronto Star from Jul. 28 to Jul. 29, 2009.

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Trevor & Jean Russell

July 29, 2009

We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Ruth. Although we knew Ruth for such a short time, we feel very privileged to have know her.

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss .... our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May memories bring your comfort.

Jean (Hannah) McNamee

July 29, 2009

I knew Gord and Ruth briefly many many years ago while attending Sunday School at Floyd Avenue Baptist Church. They sponsored a contest for the Sunday School attendees in order to get more people to attend church and the prize was an air trip to Buffalo. Although I didn't win, they took me anyway. I have never forgotten your kindness nor the true Christian example you both set. My sincerest sympathy is extended to you, Gord and your family at this time.

Ruth Mansfield Wick

July 29, 2009

Ruth touched my life in ways too numerous to mention. She was always supportive in love and prayer and a person I feel privileged to have known. Her work on earth was finished and God called her home to the place He has prepared. My heart goes out to the Johnson Family but know they are surrounded by God's love and many friends.. Ruth Mansfield Wick and Bob

Deanna McDermott (nee Spohn)

July 28, 2009

Ruth was a gentle woman who quietly lived her life for Christ. Now she knows how many lives she has touched and embraced for the gospel. She was my spiritual Mother and our friendship was precious. I'm glad she is in paradise with our Saviour and free from pain. I rejoice that God had Ruth in my life plan.

Belle Neill

July 28, 2009

Bill and Belle Neill send their love to Gord and all the family. Ruth was a dear friend who will be missed.
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Kathy Beaton

July 28, 2009

We were deeply saddened to hear of Ruth's passing but know that she is now at peace and without pain.

I have so many great memories of summers gone by with Corn Roasts at Labour Day and Summer Bible School for all of us kids on the beach with Ruth.

She was a wonderful caring and thoughful lady who continued to touch me through Mom's later years and on her passing. She will be truly missed by all of us.

Kathy, Ralph, Samantha & Kris Beat

Della Watson

July 28, 2009

Ruth was my friend for many years, my sister. In fact, Ruth said more than once that I was the sister she didn't have. We were "kindred spirits" and I loved her. Ruth and Gord were kind and generous friends to me and I have thanked our Heavenly Father for you both many times. I think we both knew we were saying good-bye about three months ago when we spent a long time chatting in Ruth's little sitting room. Though we met once again over dinner (if it can be said that what Ruth ate was "dinner"), we had already said our good-bye until the day when we will meet again in Heaven.

For you, Gord, Sue, Heather, Graeme and all your family, I want you to know that I am praying for you with love. Your wife and mother, my friend, is safe in the arms of Jesus! Della

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