RUTH ELLIOT MCPHEE
March 5, 1924 - May 26, 2013
Ruth was born in Grenfell, Saskatchewan on March 5, 1924 and passed away peacefully in Kamloops on May 26, 2013.
She is survived by her two sons Barry (Karen) and Brian, two grandchildren Erin (Mat) and Spencer, her two great-grandsons Tyler and Mason, her sister Doreen and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Ruth was predeceased by husband Ron, infant grandson Kevin and her faithful companion Cookie.
She had a full and memorable life having followed Ron's retail career in Kamloops, Kitimat, Dawson Creek, Kelowna, Kimberley, Chase and then back to Kamloops. Along that road she met and made many friends with whom she kept in touch with until the time of her passing. Her working career included the insurance industry, banking and being a legal secretary.
She was the backbone for her family, making sure Ron, Barry and Brian were well looked after. She made sure they never went without, even during the tough times. She was fiercely independent and having to deal with three strong willed males sometimes tested her patience, but she got through with her sense of humor and gentle spirit.
Mom was a wonderful and accomplished piano player who filled the home with music on family occasions and at any particular time when she was asked to play. She loved her involvement with choirs and would sing just about anything. She was an incredibly talented seamstress and made her granddaughter many beautiful dresses for special occasions. Her fresh baked goodies and bread were always ready for company and especially her grandson, who loved to eat her cucumber sandwiches.
She was very proud of her two great grandsons and would tell just about anyone who would listen about their accomplishments and achievements.
She will be sorely missed but her memory will be carried through those who knew and loved her.
A Celebration of her life will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street with Pastor Don Maione officiating.
A very special thanks to the nurses and staff at the Ponderosa Lodge and to Daphne who made sure Ruth never went without her books, treats, smoothies, and burgers.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ruth's memory to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation, 311 Columbia Street, Kamloops, B.C., V2C 2T1.

Rest Peacefully Mom