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JOHANNA (JOAN) RUBAN
Date of Passing: Jun 07, 2023
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHANNA (JOAN) RUBAN
Peacefully on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at St. Norbert Personal Care Home (PCH) in Winnipeg, our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother entered into the nearer presence of God, surrounded by the family she cherished so dearly.
Joan was the loving mother to five children, Karl (Sheila), Tony (Françoise), John (Christine), Wally (Lynda), Julie (Brent), Babi to 14 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Joan was predeceased by her husband Walter, and two brothers, Frank (Irmgard), and Joseph (Sonja). Joan was a beloved aunt to numerous nieces and nephews.
Joan was born in Sarnowka, Poland on April 14, 1928, and grew up in a pre-Second World War era. During the war, she worked on a farm with her mother and brother near Poznan, Poland. Joan had fond memories of her childhood activities and learned to speak five languages. In 1945, she was captured by the Russian army and forced to shovel coal for the railway. Her family's release was negotiated under a repatriation agreement in 1947. She crossed the Atlantic on the Beaverbrae landing in Halifax. After arriving in Winnipeg, she worked as a seamstress and nurse's aide. Coming home from church, Joan met her gallant neighbour Walter, as he helped her get over the Winnipeg flood water sandbags. They were married in 1952 and soon bought a home at 505 Rosedale Avenue. There they lovingly raised and educated four sons and a daughter. In her retirement years, Joan loved spending time with her grandchildren, and excelled in sewing, fitness classes, baking, gardening, bingo, and dominos. Her torte cakes were legendary amongst her family and friends. She was always available whenever anyone needed a helping hand.
The family thanks the staff at Kildonan House and St. Norbert PCH for their kindness and attention over the past years.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 29 at the Winnipeg Evangelical Free Church, 500 Lagimodiere Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joan's memory to either World Vision or St. Norbert PCH.
FROM ANGELS' WINGS TO GOD'S ARMS IN HIS CHARGE WE LEAVE YOU
Publish Date: Jun 24, 2023
JOHANNA (JOAN) RUBAN
Peacefully, on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at St. Norbert Personal Care Home, Joan Ruban, beloved wife of the late Walter Ruban, passed away.
A Memorial Service is planned for 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Winnipeg Evangelical Free Church, 500 Lagimodiere Blvd.
A longer obituary will follow on Saturday, June 24, 2023.
Publish Date: Jun 17, 2023
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 17, 2023, Jun 24, 2023
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Karl and Shiela, we send you and your family our deepest sympathy and condolences. Losing a Mum is tough and reading a little bit about your Mum, she must have been an interesting lady, loved by many. May she rest in heavenly peace. David and Elizabeth (Ottawa) - Posted by: David M Mann (Friend) on: Jul 04, 2023
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Karl and Sheila.... Eileen and I send our sincere condolences to you both and your family on the loss of your dear mother. May you hold your memories of her close. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Randy & Eileen Henderson (Friends of Karl & Sheila) on: Jun 27, 2023
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Je partage votre peine en ce moment de deuil. Recevez mes très sincères condoléances et l’expression de ma plus profonde sympathie. - Posted by: BOUCHAUX Manon (Connaissance) on: Jun 27, 2023
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Johanna was my in-law's neighbor at 503 Rosedale. She was a good friend to Peggy and Percy. My late husband Ed and I were grateful for her kindness towards them. - Posted by: Marcia Jowett (Friend) on: Jun 24, 2023