Ruby RITCHIE Obituary
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Ruby Alice Ritchie at the Sherwood Care Center on March 2, 2014 at the age of 93.
Ruby is survived by her son Hugh (Jeannie) Suffern; son-in-law Ron Ginther; nephew Gerry (Janice) Davison; grandchildren Tom Suffern, Leanne (Randy) Vassberg, Don (Jazmin) Ginther; great-grandchildren Mia and Lukas Ginther, and many other nephews and nieces. Ruby was predeceased by her daughter Phyllis Ginther, and all of her sisters and brothers.
Funeral Service will be held at 12:30 pm on Friday, March 7th, at the Strathcona Baptist Church, 8318 – 104 Street, Edmonton, AB with visitation one hour prior to service. Interment will follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery at 5420 - 106 Street, Edmonton.
Donations may be made to the Sherwood Care Center at 2020 Brentwood Boulevard N. Sherwood Park, AB T8A 0V8, or to a charity of your choice.
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Kathy Auvigne
March 7, 2014
Deepest sympathies to you all.
Bye Auntie Ruby you will be so missed.
March 6, 2014
Our name is incorrect. It is Eldon and Elaine Schechtel
Lise and Leo
March 6, 2014
Leanne, our thoughts and care go out to you and your family. Your grandma meant a lot to you and we'll be thinking of you tomorrow as you share some of those special moments and memories you have of her.
March 6, 2014
Dear Hugh,Jeannie,Gerry and all your extended families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Aunty Ruby will be missed but she was welcomed into the arms of those that went before. all our Love.
Mike,Caren and our families.
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Elaine & Eldon Ache hotel
March 5, 2014
Dear Hugh, Jeannie, Gerry & families,
We are so very sorry at the loss of your mom & aunt. Our families go a long way back & I have the fondest memories of our times together over the years. You have our deepest sympathy and love. It is always hard to lose a loved one.
Unfortunately, we are in Palm Springs, and cannot attend Ruby's funeral but will carry you in our thoughts.
Milly Pritchard
March 5, 2014
Leanne, so sorry to hear of your loss. You had such a special relationship with your Gramma, and it was obvious she loved you very much. I will be thinking of you on Friday.
Donna Vassberg
March 5, 2014
sorry for your loss, may you be comforted with many cherished memories
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