Frances MCDONALD

MCDONALD, Frances Angela (née Ruscheinski)
Frances was born in Romania in 1929, the only daughter of Maximilian and Angela (Miller) Ruscheinski. Fran survived her parents, her husband Robert of 55 years in 2007 and her eldest brother Matt (2007). She was devoted to her brothers Matt (Doris), Joseph (Mary), Bert (Maxine) and Max (Shirley 1996). She lived most of her life in Richmond, where she and husband Bob raised two daughters Carol and Shirley. Fran immigrated to Canada in 1930, living first in Estevan, Saskatchewan. In the 1940's, she and her family came to Richmond. She had a 35 year career at the White Spot, retiring as co-manager at the Granville House Restaurant. Fran was an active and energetic person. She and Bob used every opportunity to travel the world. Fran is remembered as a loving mother. She found pleasure in helping her daughters raise their own children. She is survived by daughters; Carol Livingstone (John Perkins) and Shirley McDonald (Walt Musekamp), five grandchildren; Rob (Kyersten) and Chris Livingstone, Daniel, Lisa and Catherine Musekamp, and three great- grandchildren; Rachel, Robyn and Ryan Livingstone. Fran spent her final years at the Kinsmen Care Centre, Delta, BC, where she was cared for by affectionate and attentive companions Wendy and Sharleen. She peacefully slipped away after a lengthy illness of Parkinsons's Disease on October 19, 2013, with her family by her side. A Celebration of Fran's life will take place on Friday, November 1, 2013, 3-6 pm, at the Kin Village Community Centre, 5430 10th Avenue, Tsawwassen. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
Delta Funeral Home (604) 946-6040