Ruby Louise White
1931-2021
Ruby Louise White of Change
Islands, Newfoundland, passed peacefully away at the Notre Dame Bay
Memorial Health Center in Twillingate on Sunday, October
24, 2021 at the age of 89
years.
Ruby was born on Dec. 8, 1931 at
Edwards Island, just a short row in punt from Change Islands, where
her husband-to-be, Bert, lived. They married on December 21, 1949 and
moved into Bert’s family home with his parents, where they raised
their family and continued to take care of his parents until they
died. Ruby was a devoted homemaker, mother and wife. She
helped with all aspects of their lives together; the fishery, the
animals, gardens and so much more. After seeing her own children grow
to adulthood and have children of their own, she became a very special
grandmother and great grandmother. Her grandchildren called her place
their second home, often going there from school before going to their
own homes. Many were the visits, sleepovers and naps had on her
chesterfield. Ruby and Bert had friends from far and near, and
maintained contact with them over the years. Each one was special to
them. Ruby had many pastimes including knitting, baking, sewing,
cards, word searches and puzzles, but none greater than reading. She
was an avid reader of just about anything, and was quite well
informed. She leaves behind a huge collection of books. She will be
missed by so many.
Ruby was predeceased
by: parents Lewis and Charlotte Edwards; husband Bert; son
Neal; brothers Lloyd and Francis; and sister Sylvia
(Jim).
Ruby leaves with treasured
memories: children: Wayne (Pansy), Bonnie (Bruce) Parsons and Lloyd
(Heather); daughter-in-law Marion; grandchildren: Kristin (Cynthia),
Jody (Jason), Elvis, Patrick (Stephanie), Pamela (Jason), Adam
(Danielle), Amy, Kendall (Mahala) and Aaron (Abby);
great-grandchildren: Alexander, Nicholas, Madison, Patrick, Ryder,
Lilly, Neala, Hria, Landon, Luke, Alexander, Noah, Laurel, Luke,
Tatum, Phoenix and Parker; and sister Audrey Edwards. Ruby also
leaves: niece Kathy; as well as a circle of other nieces,
nephews, relatives and friends.
In light of the current Covid-19
pandemic, the health and safety of our families and our community
continues to be our highest priority. At this time, due to
government regulations proof of vaccination will be required.
A memorial service by invitation
only, will take place from the Isles funeral home on
Thursday October 28, 2021 at 11am, followed by interment at the United
Church Cemetery, Change Islands at 4pm.; with the Rev. Calvin Ginn
officiating.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Ruby Louise White 19312021..
Death notice for the town of: Twillingate, Province: T-N