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RUTH BERNICE MCLEAN
Born: Jan 17, 1924
Date of Passing: Nov 10, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRUTH BERNICE MCLEAN January 17,1924 - November 10, 2012 It is with great sadness that the family of Ruth McLean announce her passing in Calgary on November 10, 2012 from the debilitating consequences of Alzheimer's Disease. She leaves to mourn her loss and cherish her memory, her four children: Grant (Tena) of Mountain View, AB; Donna (Randy) Remington of Calgary, AB; Brad of Okotoks, AB and Marcia (David) Buchholz of Calgary, AB; seven grandchildren: Andrea, Leah, Ryan, and Alanna Remington; Hayley and Jordan Buchholz; Tyler McLean; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Harry and Jean Fallis of Wood Bay and Pilot Mound, MB, as well as her sisters, Mabel Butterworth, Alice Fallis and Gladys (Jean) Brooks. Ruth was born on the family farm at Wood Bay, MB in 1924. She grew up on the farm in a Christian and musical family and received her education in Wood Bay and Pilot Mound. Ruth highly valued education and attended the Manitoba Normal School. After graduation she taught school in Sperling and Neepawa. At various times she lived in Pipestone, Virden, and Glenboro before settling in Winnipeg where she remained for 48 years. In 2002 she relocated to Calgary to be closer to her family. Ruth taught mathematics at the junior high school level in St. Boniface School Division for many years. In the 1960s, she began an evening program of university studies. Through hard work and dedication, she graduated with a degree in education in 1975. Ruth was an active member of Club 66 and served as President of the organization for many years. She was an avid curler and participated in the St. Boniface School Division teachers' curling league. However, her true love was the game of Bridge. She spent many enjoyable afternoons and evenings playing bridge with her friends prior to and during her retirement. Ruth will be remembered as a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. Her strength, steadfastness and loving nature will continue to inspire us. She was a good and simple woman who loved life in many ways. Friends may call and meet with family in the York Room located on the Mezzanine Floor of the Fairmont Winnipeg, 2 Lombard Place (tel. 204-957-1350) on Friday, November 16 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held in Pilot Mound, MB on Saturday, November 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Pilot Mound United Church. Interment will take place in the Pilot Mound Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any charitable organization. The family would like to thank the many friends and healthcare workers who provided friendship, compassionate care and support over the years. Messages of condolence may be made online at www.wheatlandfs.com. May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so you'll hear, We will always love and miss you And wish that you were here. Graham's Funeral Service Ltd. (204) 825-2848 www.wheatlandfs.com
Publish Date: Nov 15, 2012
RUTH BERNICE MCLEAN January 17,1924 - November 10, 2012 It is with great sadness that the family of Ruth McLean announce her passing in Calgary on November 10, 2012 from the debilitating consequences of Alzheimer's Disease. She leaves to mourn her loss and cherish her memory, her four children: Grant (Tena) of Mountain View, AB; Donna (Randy) Remington of Calgary, AB; Brad of Okotoks, AB and Marcia (David) Buchholz of Calgary, AB; seven grandchildren: Andrea, Leah, Ryan, and Alanna Remington; Hayley and Jordan Buchholz; Tyler McLean; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Harry and Jean Fallis of Wood Bay and Pilot Mound, MB, as well as her sisters, Mabel Butterworth, Alice Fallis and Gladys (Jean) Brooks. Ruth was born on the family farm at Wood Bay, MB in 1924. She grew up on the farm in a Christian and musical family and received her education in Wood Bay and Pilot Mound. Ruth highly valued education and attended the Manitoba Normal School. After graduation she taught school in Sperling and Neepawa. At various times she lived in Pipestone, Virden, and Glenboro before settling in Winnipeg where she remained for 48 years. In 2002 she relocated to Calgary to be closer to her family. Ruth taught mathematics at the junior high school level in St. Boniface School Division for many years. In the 1960s, she began an evening program of university studies. Through hard work and dedication, she graduated with a degree in education in 1975. Ruth was an active member of Club 66 and served as President of the organization for many years. She was an avid curler and participated in the St. Boniface School Division teachers' curling league. However, her true love was the game of Bridge. She spent many enjoyable afternoons and evenings playing bridge with her friends prior to and during her retirement. Ruth will be remembered as a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. Her strength, steadfastness and loving nature will continue to inspire us. She was a good and simple woman who loved life in many ways. Friends may call and meet with family in the York Room located on the Mezzanine Floor of the Fairmont Winnipeg, 2 Lombard Place (tel. 204-957-1350) on Friday, November 16 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held in Pilot Mound, MB on Saturday, November 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Pilot Mound United Church. Interment will take place in the Pilot Mound Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any charitable organization. The family would like to thank the many friends and healthcare workers who provided friendship, compassionate care and support over the years. Messages of condolence may be made online at www.wheatlandfs.com. May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so you'll hear, We will always love and miss you And wish that you were here. Graham's Funeral Service Ltd. (204) 825-2848 www.wheatlandfs.com
Publish Date: Nov 15, 2012
RUTH BERNICE MCLEAN January 17,1924 - November 10, 2012 It is with great sadness that the family of Ruth McLean announce her passing in Calgary on November 10, 2012 from the debilitating consequences of Alzheimer's Disease. She leaves to mourn her loss and cherish her memory, her four children: Grant (Tena) of Mountain View, AB; Donna (Randy) Remington of Calgary, AB; Brad of Okotoks, AB and Marcia (David) Buchholz of Calgary, AB; seven grandchildren: Andrea, Leah, Ryan, and Alanna Remington; Hayley and Jordan Buchholz; Tyler McLean; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Harry and Jean Fallis of Wood Bay and Pilot Mound, MB, as well as her sisters, Mabel Butterworth, Alice Fallis and Gladys (Jean) Brooks. Ruth was born on the family farm at Wood Bay, MB in 1924. She grew up on the farm in a Christian and musical family and received her education in Wood Bay and Pilot Mound. Ruth highly valued education and attended the Manitoba Normal School. After graduation she taught school in Sperling and Neepawa. At various times she lived in Pipestone, Virden, and Glenboro before settling in Winnipeg where she remained for 48 years. In 2002 she relocated to Calgary to be closer to her family. Ruth taught mathematics at the junior high school level in St. Boniface School Division for many years. In the 1960s, she began an evening program of university studies. Through hard work and dedication, she graduated with a degree in education in 1975. Ruth was an active member of Club 66 and served as President of the organization for many years. She was an avid curler and participated in the St. Boniface School Division teachers' curling league. However, her true love was the game of Bridge. She spent many enjoyable afternoons and evenings playing bridge with her friends prior to and during her retirement. Ruth will be remembered as a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. Her strength, steadfastness and loving nature will continue to inspire us. She was a good and simple woman who loved life in many ways. Friends may call and meet with family in the York Room located on the Mezzanine Floor of the Fairmont Winnipeg, 2 Lombard Place (tel. 204-957-1350) on Friday, November 16 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held in Pilot Mound, MB on Saturday, November 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Pilot Mound United Church. Interment will take place in the Pilot Mound Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any charitable organization. The family would like to thank the many friends and healthcare workers who provided friendship, compassionate care and support over the years. Messages of condolence may be made online at www.wheatlandfs.com. May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so you'll hear, We will always love and miss you And wish that you were here. Graham's Funeral Service Ltd. (204) 825-2848 www.wheatlandfs.com
Publish Date: Nov 14, 2012
Publish Date: Nov 15, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 15, 2012
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Unsure what made me check our dear old neighbour's name but I just did & am so sorry for this news. Anyone growing up on Lennox Avenue would know the McLeans. We all held a deep respect for Mrs McLean's hard work & fine example she set for all. Always shared her ample garden with my family. Distant memories but not forotten. Marie. - Posted by: Marie Elseth (nee Cordingley) (Neighbour-Lennox Avenue) on: Dec 13, 2012
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We appreciate your kind and thoughtful comments. My Mother truly wanted to make a difference for all her students and it appears as though she has done that for those who have written. She was a remarkable woman and wonderful mother. Thankyou for taking the time to convey these messages. Donna - Posted by: donna (daughter) on: Nov 27, 2012
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Very lucky to have Mrs. Mclean as a teacher when I attended Beliveau. A repected teacher who left a lasting impression. - Posted by: Darren (former student) on: Nov 19, 2012
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I first met Ruth at Beliveau school when I worked there in the office. Little did I know that we would connect when we both retired and play duplicate bridge together for at least 5 years. Besides loving to play bridge together, I really became very fond of her. We had a lot of laughs together. I'm sorry that I didn't make it to the Fairmont today, but was looking after my 4 year old Grandson. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I feel privileged to have had Ruth as my friend. - Posted by: Arlene Prusak (Friend & duplicate bridge partner) on: Nov 16, 2012
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Sympathy to family. Shared many hours of talking over the backyard picket fence. She was really missed when she moved to Alberta. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Elma Dueck (Former neigbor in Winnipeg) on: Nov 16, 2012
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Sincere sympathy to all the family in your loss. I was one of her students when she taught at Sperling in the 1940s. I was fortunate to have such a great teacher for Grades 6, 7 and 8. She was always kind and caring. I never forgot her. - Posted by: Margaret Dracass - former student () on: Nov 14, 2012
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Sometimes we forget as life goes by, the educators that served us well. Mrs. McLean was one of those teachers who was firm yet caring. She held a full class which was not easy at times, yet her manner was always with grace. - Posted by: Laurie Gydé (FORMER STUDENT) on: Nov 14, 2012