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DRINKWATER Ruth May (nee Hume) June 04, 1929 October 11, 2007 Ruth passed away peacefully at Maple Hill Extended Care on October 11th, 2007 at the age of 78. Sadly predeceased by her loving husband of 56 years, Thomas Allen, sisters Margaret and Ella. Forever missed by sons Jim (Barb), Terry (Joni), daughter Charlene (Rick). Grandchildren Christopher, Nicholas (Michelle), Michelle (Matt), Jaclyn, Kevin, Taylor, Thomas, Great-Grandchildren Ethan and Selah. Ruth is survived by her brother Dave Hume (Marjorie) and several nieces and nephews. Ruth the youngest of four was born in Vancouver to parents Alexander and Robina Hume. Ruth's greatest pride and dedication was to her children and cherished grandchildren. Ruth had many health challenges throughout her life but always maintained the strength to enrich our lives through compassion and generosity. The family would like to express our deepest gratitude to the staff at the Maple Hill Care Facility in Langley for their kindness, care and support. A memorial service with a reception following will be held at the Henderson's Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Highway, Langley on Saturday,October 20th at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Canadian Diabetic Society.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Peter and June Ward
October 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and may Ruth rest in peace.
With love from Peter and June
Lesley McMann (Drinkwater/Durocher)
October 19, 2007
Dear Char, Terry and Jim,
We are sad for the loss of your Mom and our Auntie Ruth. We will always think of her as such a dear Aunt and will cherish the memories of our visits. My sincere sympathy for your loss.
Much Love, Lesley, Scott, Kirsti, Audrey and Thomas
Lori Presley
October 19, 2007
Jim, Terry and Char,
Auntie Ruth was a special loving lady who will always have a special place in our hearts. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all and your families. Love and hugs
Lori , Greg, Spencer and Lindsay Presley (Drinkwater/Durocher)
Barb Cooley
October 18, 2007
Dear Jim, Terry, Charlene and families, I offer my deepest sympathy. Your Mom was a loving and kind Auntie. I will always remember her.
Love, Barb
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Joan & Bill Ward
October 17, 2007
Remembering Ruth ,we had such a wonderful holiday when she visited us here in England, condolences from everyone she met while here.
Nicole Chambers (Drinkwater/Durocher)
October 17, 2007
I will always cherish the wonderful memories of Auntie Ruth. She was a very special lady.
Love always, Nicky, Jeff, Joel & Samantha
Diane Mahy
October 16, 2007
Dear Jim,Terry and Charlene:-)Our thought and prayers are with you and yours at this sad time. Her photograph is how I remember her best.
Ruth is now with Allen...
Love, Ron and Diane Mahy(Drinkwater)
Sharon Lake
October 16, 2007
May God comfort and give you strength as you grieve the loss of your mother. She was a kind and generous lady who endeared herself to others.
With sympathy,
Betty Durocher
October 16, 2007
To all the family of Ruth Drinkwater
As wonderful sister in law to me and a
special aunt to my children, Lori, Lesley
& Nicole our memories will keep her
close to us. Sincerest sympathy
Betty Durocher & family.
Lorene Vickberg
October 16, 2007
Jim, Terry, Charlene and families: we especially have very fond memories of your mom, Ruth and all of you as our Mom (Laura) who recently passed away, often spoke about Ruth and the wonderful years spent on 46th Ave. when we were neighbours. Ruth was so kind and always called out a greeting as she walked down the block or sat on the front steps of her home. Our sincere condolences to all of you at this sad time. From the Amundsen Family (Lorene, Dennis, Randy & Bruce)
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