In Celebration of

Ruth Eileen Balmer

July 4, 1924 - February 2, 2018

Passed away in her 94th year on Friday, February 2, 2018, at the Briton House Retirement Centre. Beloved wife of the late Philip Davidson Balmer. Loving mother of David (Margaret), Richard (Sally), James (Jennifer) and Heather Keeling (Larry). Cherished grandma to Sarah, Jeffrey, Diana, Alison, Matthew, James, Stephanie, Cindy and great-grandma of Clark and Levi. Ruth is also survived by her sister Doreen Dickie. Ruth was extremely devoted to her family and charities. She was a graduate of Victoria College at the University of Toronto with an Arts Degree and was a very active volunteer at St. Luke’s United Church, Youth Without Shelter and Meals on Wheels. Ruth loved the environment, was an early recycling enthusiast and an avid rose gardener. Other favourite activities were travelling with family and swimming anytime or anywhere. A Funeral Service will be held at Humber Valley United Church, 76 Anglesey Blvd., on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 11 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Youth Without Shelter in Ruth's name would be appreciated. On-line condolences may be made using this website.

Guestbook

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Marion Kentner (Friend and neighbour)

Entered February 4, 2018 from Kanata / Etobicoke

Dave, Rick, Jim, Heather,
My sympathy to you and your families on the loss of your mother, Ruth. She was a long-time friend and neighbour.

Marion Kentner

Holly Egan (Neighbour)

Entered February 4, 2018 from Kanata

Dave, Rick, Jim, and Heather,
My sympathy to you and your families. Your Mom was always so out-going and friendly. She stayed so active, and enthusiastic about all she did. May your memories comfort you at this difficult time.
Holly Egan (Kentner)

Emily Pitre (Former Wildcat)

Entered February 5, 2018 from Victoria

Rick and Steph,

She was a very special woman, and she provided the most spirit and the best cookies that a hockey team could ask for! It still amazes me that she willing joined us on multiple bus trips, and she is definitely an inspiration to everyone!

Thinking of both of you,

Emily

Elizabeth (Betty) Gross (Friend)

Entered February 5, 2018 from Ottawa, ON

I was saddened to read in the Globe of Ruth's death. Our parents were friends in pre-war Ottawa and Ruth and Doreen became friends of my sister Christine and me. We had many wonderful times roaming the woods behind their home or in my home in Winchester and, until last year, Ruth and I kept in touch at Christmas. I have fond memories from those long-ago days. My sincere sympathy goes to Ruth's family.

Terry and John Simpson (attend Central United Church where Heather attends)

Entered February 5, 2018 from Markham

Heather and Family: So sorry for your loss, mom's are very special. Hang on to the memories, it sounds like she left many. Even though we cann't be at your mom's funeral we are Thinking of you Heather. Terry and John