Ruth May Ingram, late of Carlyle, Saskatchewan and formerly of Manor, Saskatchewan, passed away at Arcola Health Centre, Saskatchewan on Thursday, March 5, 2015 at the age of 91 years.
Ruth is survived by her husband, Dennis; children, Judy (Walter) Lenko, Wendy (Donald) Zandee, Denise Ingram; grandchildren, Yvonne (Mike) Loustel, Kelvin Zandee, Katrina (Teagan) Hodgson, Dean (Shelly) Lenko, Derek (Paula) Lenko; great-grandchildren, Dalton and Devin Loustel, Keston and Kamden Zandee, Makayla and Madalyne Lenko, Chloe and Lola Lenko; brother, Denzil Fox; sister, Bernice Black; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother, Sterling Fox; sisters, Muriel Banister, Irene Wilson, Helen Pleckham; sister-in-law Elsie (LaMar) Palmer.
Ruth attended school at Cannington Manor and later in Wawota. After high school she worked at Scott National Fruit Co. in Regina. In 1944, she married Dennis Ingram. In addition to farming they owned an Insurance Business; acted as Village Secretary for 28-30 years. Ruth served as manager for Prairie Housing, Saskatchewan Housing, and Assessor for Cannington Home Care.
They loved to travel and enjoyed a trip to England, a Caribbean cruise, California, Branson, and many trips to Calgary to visit her family.
Dennis and Ruth celebrated their 70th Wedding Anniversary on October 26th, 2014.
Ruth will be remembered for her sparkling personality, confidence and smile. She was a lady full of class and cared deeply for her family and friends. A celebration of Ruth’s life was held at Manor Legion Hall at 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2015 with Rev. Michelle Moore officiating. Interment took place at Manor Community Cemetery.
Special THANKS to the staff of the Lampman Care Center, Moose Mountain Lodge for your wonderful care whileMom was a resident.
We would also like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Ali and the staff of the Arcola Care Centre for the compassionate and caring care Mom received during her short stay.
We would also like to extend our appreciation to Linda Reddick and volunteers for organizing, supplying, and serving the lunch.
If friends and family so desire, donations may be made to a charity of their choice.
Orsted Funeral Home, Carlyle, Saskatchewan in care of arrangements. Email or sign the online book of condolences at www.orsted-carlylefuneralhome.com.
