RUBY MINUK

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RUBY MINUK It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ruby Minuk on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at the Victoria General Hospital in Winnipeg at the age of 83. Predeceased by her husband Sam, parents Harry and Mary Leibl, brothers Jos (Jenny), Izzy (Eva) and Max (Lily), and her sister Anita Adler (Alex Sheldon). Brothers-in-law, Hy Sirkis, Julius Minuk, Lawrence Racklin, Bill Minuk, Keppy Steiman, and sisters-in-law, Lola Minuk, Marion Minuk, Ruth Racklin. Survived by her children Darrell (Jill), Farley (Alanna), and Rob. Baba to Amanda, Alex, Megan, Eli, and Samantha. Sister to Phil (Gloria), sister-in-law to Doris Steiman, Bert Minuk, Zena Minuk, Esther Minuk and Joe Adler. Ruby was born in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan on April 27, 1931. After she finished her schooling, she worked at Donaldson's Shoe Store as a sales clerk for eight years until she started her family. Ruby was active in the Jewish community, president of ORT, Pioneer Women and the Hebrew Fraternal Lodge where she won multiple bowling trophies. She was a mahjong maven, a passionate reader of romance novels, a dedicated Young and The Restless fan, a lover of her casino bus trips to the U.S. and an avid knitter. She enjoyed her Saturday night group as well as her card groups and formed many lifelong friendships. She was an excellent cook and baker and was known for many of her dishes. Her family was her pride and joy. Ruby was married to Sam for 61 years and their affection for each other was as strong as the first day they met. One of their pleasures was the cottage in Loni Beach, which they owned since 1962. That cottage became the summer focal point for the entire family and was known as 'Baba's Beach'. Her favourite times were when her family was all together. She treated everyone with love and compassion. She will truly be missed. The Minuk family would like to express a heartfelt thanks to the staff at Weinberg 3 at the Simkin Centre, the nurses and doctors at the Victoria General Hospital Emergency and ICU, and companion Pacita for all their kindness and care. Graveside service was held at the Bnay Abraham Cemetery on Tuesday, October 14, 2014. Pallbearers were: Rube Helman, Sid Hochman, Gerald Hochman, Jon Hochman, Alex Minuk and Eli Minuk. In Ruby's memory, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
Publish Date: Oct 25, 2014

RUBY MINUK Ruby Minuk passed away early Sunday morning, October 12, 2014. Graveside service was held at the Bnay Abraham Cemetery on Tuesday, October 14, 2014. Shiva will be held on Saturday, October 18 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 19 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 24 Colchester Bay. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Oct 16, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 25, 2014