Ruth Anne O'Connell

Ruth Anne O'Connell obituary, Peterborough, ON

Ruth Anne O'Connell

Ruth O'Connell Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 3, 2023.
Entered into rest at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, on Friday, December 30, 2022 after a long battle with cancer. Ruth will be sadly missed by her brothers Lloyd (Marguerite), Carl, Michael (Jackie) and her sister Marlene Perron. She is survived by nine nieces and nephews and eight great-nieces and nephews. She will be resting at DUFFUS FUNERAL HOME, 431 George Street South from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2023. A Mass of the Resurrecton will be celebrated on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 11 a.m. at ST. LUKE'S CHURCH IN DOWNEYVILLE. A reception to follow at the parish hall in Downeyville. In lieu of flowers, donations to Kawartha Food Share or Charity of Your Choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.duffusfuneralhome.com

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January 9, 2023

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January 5, 2023

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Patricia Young

January 9, 2023

My deepest condolences to Ruth's family. So sad. Gone too soon. I will miss her friendship and beautiful smile.

Veronica Whitham

January 6, 2023

Our sincere condolences to the O´Connell family, truly the best neighbours we could ever ask for. Love from Veronica and Richard Whitham. Xoxo

Mary Tully and Family

January 5, 2023

Sending my deepest sympathy to Ruth´s family. Although I hadn´t seen Ruth for many years, I remember what a lovely lady she was.May it bring comfort knowing she is now at peace.

Anne Crough

January 4, 2023

Ruthie was a long time friend and I will miss her dearly

Deb Mills

January 4, 2023

Ruthie was a wonderful lady & I,m sure St. Theresa will be there to welcome you. My sincere condolences to the family.

Betty Wells

January 3, 2023

Ruthie was a truly spirited lady and I´m going to miss her . As friends we might have gone awhile between visits but it was like it had been yesterday once we did ! Ruthie was a kind and generous woman with a beautiful heart .
Rest In Peace my Dear Friend

Jim & Arlene Grant

January 3, 2023

May we offer the family our condolences .Ruthie will be remembered as a lovely fun loving and kind woman.

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Duffus Funeral Home Ltd - Peterborough

431 George Street South, Peterborough, ON K9J 3E2

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