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Ruth Elizabeth Bulmer – 94, Truro. Ruth died
peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, August 17, 2023, in
Dartmouth. Born in Canning, she was the daughter of the late
Rudolph and Kathleen (Eaton) Schafheitlin. She grew up on a
farm in Canard near Jawbone Corner, and always referred to the
Annapolis Valley as «God’s
Country».
Ruth was proud to be a third-generation graduate of Mount
Allison University and was a devoted Allisonian. She was a bright
student, and her graduation was followed by a scholarship to the
London School of Economics, after which she returned to Truro to work
as a social worker. It was here where she met her devoted husband
Richard (Dick) and raised their family. She soon gave up her career to
run the household. She ran a tight ship; mealtimes were punctual and
no one ever dared to mess with Mamma Bear’s rules or
schedules! She was a great cook and many had the pleasure of savouring
her chocolate chip cookies and her baked beans and brown bread on
Saturday nights. The family will never forget the gales of laughter
drifting upstairs when her bridge club gang met. She loved to read and
to be part of lively book club discussions. She was a wonderful
mother, and eventually grandmother and great-grandmother, who showed
tremendous strength and grit following her husband’s death
nearly thirty years ago.
Ruth was very active and a long-time member of St.
Andrew’s United Church. She attended the United Church
Women’s group and was a member of the University
Women’s Club. For many years she was often found in the
kitchen supporting a church event or community meal. Ruth lived an
honourable life and showed her children the importance of ethical
living. Good humour and compassion were her trademarks and she always
had a way of making everyone feel welcome and
valued.
Summers were treasured at Spencer’s Point, near
Great Village, where she showed her children the virtues of simple
country living in a cottage that Dick built mostly on his own. Her
kitchen produced delicious and nutritious meals, often prepared from
home grown vegetables and on a few special occasions a fresh catch
from the Bay of Fundy. And many a conversation was had with those
going to or from their daily swim in the Bay or walking around
«the loop».
Ruth Bulmer lived a long and good life. She was predeceased
by her husband, Richard Bulmer; son-in-law, David Bransby-Williams;
sisters-in-law, Dorothy (Art) Shears and Joan Raich. She is survived
by her children, Anne, Deborah (Don), Ronald (Anne), Christine
(Barry); cousin, Mac (Millie) Eaton, who she considered a brother;
grandchildren, Damian, Joanna, Nicola, Laura, Mitchell, Emma, Tessa;
step-grandchildren, Matthew, David and Margaret; great grandchildren,
Gwyneth and Eleanor.
A very special thanks to Sue Bulmer (Francis) and Deanna
Clark (Dave) and family for loving and caring for Mom as if she was
their own. We would also like to thank the staff at Melville Heights
and Laurel’s Lake Residence for taking such great care of
Mom in recent years.
A service in memory of Ruth’s life will be held at
St. Andrew’s United Church, 55 King Street, Truro, at 2
p.m., Saturday, September 23, 2023, with Reverend Shannon MacLean
officiating. Reception will follow. Private interment in Terrace Hill
Cemetery, Kaulback Street, Truro.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St.
Andrew’s United Church or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home,
55 Young Street, Truro. Public messages of condolence may be sent to
the family by viewing Ruth’s obituary on-line and selecting
«Send A Condolence» at:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
1929 2023
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