SWEETLAND (nee BUTLER), Ruby Maxine:
Born January 20, 1931 in Port Rexton, NL and peacefully passed away at the age of 88 on the morning of March 28, 2019. Predeceased by parents John and Clara Butler and her sister Geraldine Hammond. Beloved wife of the late Charlie Sweetland; Loving mother to Wayne (Joan), Bev Osler (Pete), Dave (Lee), Glenn (Joanne) and Donna Dawe (Gary); Cherished grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother to many. Loved by all who knew her for her kind spirit, infectious laugh and great sense of humor. Ruby will be missed dearly by her family and friends.
A special thank you to the staff at Cedarvale Retirement Home in Keswick for their care of Ruby over the years and to the wonderful nurses in the palliative care unit at McKenzie Health Center. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Heart & Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice.
A Celebration of Ruby's life will be held at the Aurora Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 385 (105 Industrial Parkway North, Aurora) on Monday, April 1 from 7 - 9 pm. Relatives and friends are welcome to join the family to honor our dear Ruby.
Arrangements entrusted to Peaceful Transition York (2-15236 Yonge St., Aurora, Ontario) Condolences may be forwarded through www.peacefultransition.ca
Delphine Bannister
Posted on: Saturday, March 30, 2019Wayne our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the soul of your mother be at peace with our Heavenly Father . Ron and Delphine Bannister
shirley Mercer
Posted on: Saturday, March 30, 2019Donna,Gary and family ,so sorry to hear of your mom’s/ Nan’s passing ,it’s not easy losing a loved one for sure .she is with loved ones gone before and not suffering ,hold all your beautiful memories close ,take care ,
Love Aunt Shirley
Barbara (Ash) Watton
Posted on: Saturday, March 30, 2019Condolences to the all the family. I can remember your mom & dad at our house with my parents.
Marcella Ryan
Posted on: Saturday, March 30, 2019Sorry to hear about your loss ..My condolences Wayne joan and family ..Rip Mrs Sweetland…
Linda Brown
Posted on: Monday, April 1, 2019So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I remember your family well, from when you lived out the lane from us. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sara Bailey
Posted on: Monday, April 1, 2019Beautiful soul , may her memories be remembered and her spirit be forever cherished .