Charlotte « RUTH » Piercy
1929-2017
Ruth Piercy of Harvey Station, NB passed away June 4, 2017 at York
Care Centre. Ruth was born at Fredericton, NB in 1929, a daughter of
the late William and Gertrude (Sheppard) Flowers.
Ruth grew up in Barkers Point, NB and graduated from Fredericton High
School. She attended Normal School and taught for a short period of
time in Harvey Station where she met the love of her life, the late
Harold Charles Piercy. Ruth worked for many years at Watson’s
store before returning to the school setting as custodial staff. She
was a tireless volunteer in her community and served on many
committees including the UCW, Harvey Library, Cemetery Committee and
Harvey Community Days. Ruth enjoyed curling, knitting, camping and
reading.
She is survived by two daughters, Melissa Moffitt (Larry), Hanwell, NB
and Charlotte Waddell (Joel Parsons), Salisbury, NB; a son, Robert
Piercy (Kim),Edmonton, AB; six grandchildren, Chris Moffitt, Andrea
Washburn (Russ), Dominique Piercy (Shayne), Luke Piercy (Marie),
Zachary Waddell and Jessica Waddell (Collin); three step
grandchildren, Holly Jennings, Allen Jennings and Jennifer Parsons
(Travis); one great granddaughter, Paisley; three step great
grandsons, Levi, Calvin and Grayson; a sister-in-law, Hazel Flowers,
Fredericton, NB; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family are deeply appreciative of the wonderful care provided by
the kind and generous staff of Harvey Outreach for Seniors and the
York Care Centre.
Visiting hours will be held at Swan Funeral Chapel, 1826 Route 3,
Harvey Station, NB on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral
service will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, Harvey, NB
on Friday, June 9, 2017 at 2 pm with Rev. Christine Johnson
officiating. Interment at Harvey Settlement Cemetery. A reception
will follow in the church CE Centre.
For those who wish to make a donation in memory of Ruth, the family
has suggested a charity of the donor’s choice.
Personal condolences may be offered through our website.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Charlotte RUTH Piercy – 1929-2017.source
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