BOYNE, GERTRUDE RUTH
At the Fundy Nursing Home, Blacks Harbour NB on February 5, 2015, Mrs. Gertrude Ruth (nee Spear) Boyne, wife of the late Arthur William Boyne of Lepreau NB, peacefully passed away with family by her side.

Born in Mink Brook, NB on September 18, 1928, she was the youngest daughter of the late Randall and Marie (nee Akerly) Spear. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Gertrude is survived by her children: Barbara (Bill) Ralph of Lepreau, David Boyne of Lepreau, Sharon (Mike) Boyne Travis of Seeley's Cove NB and Nancy (John) Carson of St. Andrews NB; grandchildren: Christopher (Jen) Travis, Sarah (Wade) Cook, Angela (Rob) Wilson, Dale (Tasha) Ralph, Shawn Ralph, Alana Carson and Craig Carson; great-grandchildren: Jolene, Chad, Brooke, Morgan, Rebecca, Luke and Lilly; three sister-in-laws: Helen Melanson, Clara Boyne and Marion Boyne all of Lepreau and several nieces, nephews and cousins, as well as her special fur-baby - Johnny.

In addition to her husband and parents, Gertrude was predeceased by her brothers: Harry and Ronnie and by her sisters: Evelyn and Blanche. Gertrude was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

Gertrude was an excellent cook and enjoyed feeding one person or a crowd. She was always available to lend a sympathetic ear, prepare a meal or lend whatever support she could, no matter the time of day or night. There were always lots of hugs and cookies at Nanny's house! She loved baking,knitting, crocheting and being with children. Many summer days were spent on the road, with a picnic lunch and grandchildren in tow. Winter saw her knitting mittens to give to any child who visited - one year she gave away 100 pair. For weddings, special occasions or just because, there was always a special afghan and a loving hug.

Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home (755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB. As keeping with Gertrude's wishes, there will be no funeral service. A private family interment will take place at the Lepreau Community Cemetery in the spring. In Gertrude's memory, donations to the Lepreau Community Cemetery or to the NB Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences and donations may be placed at www.stgeorgefh.ca