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KORT, Ruth Frances
August 12, 1927 — July 19, 2023
On July 19, 2023, Ruth Kort (nee Wersch) of West Kelowna passed away peacefully at 95 years of age, surrounded by her seven children: Elaine (Harry), Gary (Marica), Wayne (Gail), Dennis (Jennifer), Dianne (Trevor), Rodney and Kathleen (Dean). She is also survived by her dear friend, Brenda Willis, seven grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Henry Kort, after 73 years of marriage.
Ruth was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She was living in Moosehorn, Manitoba, where she met Henry Kort. They married in 1945 and a few years later purchased a farm near Moosehorn where they farmed for 33 years. Ruth and Henry’s life centred around farm, church, and family. In 1980, they sold their farm and followed their dream of moving to British Columbia. Henry and Ruth loved the outdoors and travelled throughout BC. Ruth was a member of Emmanuel Pentecostal Church and was very involved in church activities.
The family would like to thank Dr. O’Neill and all the excellent healthcare professionals who provided care to Mom over the last several months.
To honour Ruth’s final wishes, memorial donations may be made in lieu of flowers to the Canadian Red Cross, or Care and Share, an organization benefiting Guatemalan children. Envelopes will be available at the Memorial Service.
A Memorial Service will be held on FRIDAY, JULY 21, 2023, at 10:00 AM, at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC.
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August 12 1927 — July 19 2023
Death notice for the town of: Kelowna, Province: Colombie britanique
death notice KORT Ruth Frances August 12 1927 — July 19 2023
obituaries notice KORT Ruth Frances August 12 1927 — July 19 2023
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of KORT Ruth Frances August 12 1927 — July 19 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
