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BONIFACE: Ruth (Govier) of Vanastra *Updated
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On December 16, 2024 @ 9:36 AM In Obituary,Seaforth | 111 Comments

It is with heavy hearts that we share the peaceful passing of Ruth with her family by her side on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Ruth is survived by her partner Robert McClure. Loving mother of Tonya and Kevin, Tereasa and Tony, Sherri and Mark and step-mother of Tammy and Alan, and Troy. Adored Nana of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear sister of June and Nick, Peggy and Larry, twin brother Ross and sister-in-law of George and Cathy, Larry and Lynn, and Ann and Ron. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Bob and Lois Govier, and in-laws Walter and Muriel McClure.
A celebration of Ruth’s life will be held at the Seaforth Legion (Branch 156), 123 Main Street South, SEAFORTH on Sunday, December 22nd from 1 – 4 PM with words of remembrance at 2 PM. Cremation with interment Maitlandbank Cemetery, Seaforth.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Seaforth Legion (Branch 156) would be appreciated by the family.
Live, Laugh, Love
Robert and Family :My thoughts and prayers go out to you all Ruthie was such a fun caring person .She will be missed by everyone .Take Care ❤️❤️
May peace find you in heaven, Aunt Ruth.
Our deepest condolences on the passing of a very special lady, Ruth you will be missed.
Brian&Cheryl Kennedy
RIP Ruth thank you for the laughter & smiles you will be sadly missed. My deepest sympathies to your family & friends. Rest easy until we mean again
We are so sorry to read of the passing of ruth,our deepest sympathy to all of her family at this time, gary freeman,Ellen murphy
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. We are so lucky that our paths crossed years ago. Not a more upbeat, happy, cheerful person you could meet. Rest in peace my friend. John and Brenda Hart,
Dear Boniface, Govier and McClure families sending sincere sympathy at this sad and difficult time. Hugs to Tonya and Tereasa. Rest in peace Ruth.
To the family of Ruth Boniface.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cherish all the fond memories.
Tonya and Tee, you’re in my thoughts and prayers. Ruth was a massive part of my childhood, and to hear this news is truly upsetting. I will always remember her, especially her laugh. Sending love and hugs.
What a sweet and vibrant lady! We are so very sorry for your loss❤️
We would like to extend our condolences to the Families of Ruth and Robert. John Munro & Rose Burgess
Such sad news she was a great lady she will be missed love and prayers to her family may you try to get through this difficult time ❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😢
Please know that you are in my thoughts at this sad time, that you are in my prayers and that your wellbeing is close to my heart always.
I am so glad I had the pleasure of knowing Ruth, she was a very special person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing What a great lady with a great laugh. Sending our deepest condolences. 💐
Ruthie will be missed by many . I was sad when l saw that she had passed away My sympathy to all. I know that she and Jim will be sharing some casino stories.
To Ruth’s Family.
My sincere sympathy to you all. May the cherished memories made get you through the difficult times ahead.
Marilyn
Our deepest condolences to the Govier, McClure and Boniface families. A beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed
Steve and Diana Steep
Our hearts go out to all of Ruth’s family. The life of the party the person who gave her all to all her friends may she rip till we see her again. From our family Chuck and Cheryl Wilkinson
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Ruth she was a special friend
Robert and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
To all of Ruth’s family, deepest condolences on her passing. She always had a smile on her face and the most contagious laugh. She will be missed by many
Dave and Deb Cooper
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. She was a ray of sunshine.
To the Boniface Family we send our sympathy to all. She was such an upbeat person. Always smiling and caring. Our prayers are with you at this time. Lia and Bill Hoggarth.
I’m so very sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. She was always such a cheerful person with an unforgettable and heart warming laugh. She was also a beacon of hope and support when I was about to undergo chemotherapy… I will never forget her kindness.
I am very sorry to read of Ruth’s passing. She was such a fun-loving lady, always up for good conversation, hard working and proud Mom. I will always remember my years of working with her at Pizza Train fondly, may she rest peacefully. Thinking of all of you during this very difficult time. 🙏❤️
Thinking of all of you! Her smile, laughter and fun personality will always be fondly remembered! Hugs
So sorry for your loss. Ruth was such a kind soul. Thoughts and prayers to her family
Ken and Sue Pushelberg
Ruthie was such an amazing person. I can still hear her laugh. It was very magical. Turned anyone’s frown right side up. She had such a positive energy and vibe to her. She will be greatly missed. -Cheri Mitchell, Alex and Pete Rozell.
My deepest sympathies to the family. Ruth’s laughter was like no other . Love to hear it when I would crack her a joke . Rest easy Ruthie .
We have very fond memories of Ruth. She was one of the most friendliest kindest people we know.
Our deepest sympathy Ross and family and Tee and family.
Ruth will be missed terribly by many and thought of fondly by all.
I am so sorry for the loss of Ruth just a wonderful lady. My prayers and condolences to all the family.
So sorry for the loss of such a resilient and vibrant woman.
Lovely obituary.
I don’t think I ever saw cousin Ruthie not smiling. She always made me feel like family, as did aunt Lois, even with my quirky family tree. My heart goes out to all of you and we are thinking of you from Nova Scotia 💜
RIP Ruth, I will never forget the summer of 1977. My deepest condolences to your family.
Deepest sympathy to all. Ruth will be missed, hold tight all of your special memories of her. Rest in peace Ruth
Thinking many would agree that Ruth had a recognizable and memorable laugh like no other. The words live, love and laugh are perfect words to remember her.
Rest in peace Ruth.
My memories of your mom go back almost 40yrs. She was always the one with the brightest smile.
Be kind to yourselves while grieving… there is so *science* to it – nothing is “right or wrong”.
All my love.
Sorry for your loss . I will miss you my friend all the moments we shared over the years , your smile , laughter your lightheart. We may not have been so close in the last few years but you always held a special place in my heart .rest in peace my friend
My deepest sympathies Bert and family. She will be greatly missed and her strength was inspiring. Not everyone touches a heart like she did. With the honour of knowing Ruth comes the sadness of losing her, she deserves this peace. Take care
Ross, and Ruth’s family;
So very sad to hear about Ruth.
Ruth’s infectious smile came from her heart, and just like her mom, her good natured welcoming personality made you feel at home right away. Anyone who met Ruth was better for having known her, she was an absolute anchor for many through the years.
I hope you hear her laughter with every memory you share.
Liz Scott
Deepest sympathy to Ruth’s family , She will be missed , will never forget her fun laughter and smiles. RIP Corrie and Brenda German
Ruthie
You were a wonderful woman! Always had laughs and fun! Your journey is over and you are out of pain. Rest in peace ❤️ you will be missed.
Burt & Vicki Lobb
So sad to hear she was a great lady had a lot of fun in Edmonton where we lived God bless you all thinking of you all
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s struggle and passing. She was a lovely person.
Deepest sympathy at your loss. Ruth was a vibrant warm hearted caring lady.
Ruth will be missed by so many.
Dear Ruthie I am going to miss you. I can’t believe I won’t hear your laugh again. We had such fun at the casino!!! Dear Burt so sorry for your loss. Thank you for being in Ruth’s life. Love you.
Ruth was one of a kind…the special kind. She will be missed by many. Our sincere condolences.
Amanda Poppe and Family
Aunt Ruthie you fought a long hard battle. But you are now peace. Hopefully with all those wonderful souls that went before you. I will always remember the times we played cards . And laughed. You were a great outlaw. You always have had a spot in my heart and always will. Tell we meet again.
So sorry to hear, Our thoughts are with you and Tony.
We are so sorry to learn of Ruth’s passing. What a friendly, warm woman. She fought quite the brave battle. She has well earned her place in paradise. I hope knowing that brings all of you a little bit of peace for your broken hearts.
Sincerely,
Rick & Carolyn Powell
Ruth touched everyone she met with her smile and laughter, she was a joy, she was one of a kind, a wonderful person, so sincerely sorry to hear she has left us.
Tonya,sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
We are sorry to hear about Ruth.
We are sending our thoughts, prayers and hugs to your family.
May the happy memories that you have with her comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
That trip the three of us did to dawson creek BC in her duster always part of my heart a tear in my eye I write this.
Thinking of you all, during this time, Ruth was an Amazing lady with her infectious laugh n smile ,she will be so missed. Norm n Gale
Tee, So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was her own kind of special, so fun! I worked with her for 21 years and we had so much fun. I will miss that contagious laugh and her great personality. She was my travelling buddy and we had so, so much fun. I will cherish all of my memories. Thinking of you and your family!
Deepest condolences Robert and family Ruth will be missed by many. Hugs from Trudee and Zach
Our Deepest Condolences to the Govier, McClure, and Boniface family, Ruth was a very lovely women and very happy she loved to be with everyone, she smiled like a blooming flower and we loved her laugh, she was a great mother and grandma to all her children. RIP Ruth ’til we meet again.
Tom and Cheryl Fehr
Ross,Peggy and June,
So very sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Gord and Janice Carnochan
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing, she was a wonderful and caring person who will be missed by many.. Rest in peace my friend..Bob and Wendy Patrick
So sorry for your loss. Ruth was just a wonderful person.
It was a real pleasure to have known Ruthie.
We shared so many jokes and laughter over the years.
Ruthie’s laughter would brighten up any room.
We will miss you but never forget you!!!
Rest in Peace.
Ed & Fran
Dear Govier Family: My heartfelt condolences go out to you all- we’ve been friends since we were kids, playing on that main corner in town- Ruth was a very special friend, who I always enjoyed catching up with when our families got together on Rememberance Day. She has become another of our special angels, who have gone ahead.
Deepest sympathy to all Ruthie ‘s family. She was always cheerful.. Just a great person. ❤️❤️
A nicer or more vibrant person than “Ruthie” I have never met, from the time She was a little girl at the “B/A”, We have been privileged to have been Your friends. Harry and Brenda
Tonya, Kevin and family…so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and nana. May you find comfort in knowing she is now at peace. Her legacy will forever live on through her family and close friends. Treasure the memories and keep family close at this difficult time. Heaven has gained another angel. 😇❤️
Ruth….I will never forget you Ruth! You have been my “go to gal”. I have remembered a lot of our stories, they bring a smile to my face. So glad our Mom’s got us together in Edmonton. You have been a wonderful friend. I will still talk to you everyday! I look forward to when we meet again. Say hi to Karen for me. Love you!
Our memories go all the way back to the days of Bob and Lois and the kids being at the gas station,
Please know that you are in our thoughts! Sending our condolences.
My deepest sympathy to all of Ruth’s family, thinking of all of you at this difficult time!❤️🙏
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time, you are all in my thoughts and prayers 🙏
Condolences to her family
My Deepest Sympathy to Ruth’s Family. I am sorry to hear of her passing. She was a very special lady with a laugh that was infectious. May all your precious memories of her help to bring all of you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Our deepest condolences to Burt and the whole family.
Rest peacefully Ruth.
Dear Robert and Families,
Our Deepest Sympathies to you All.
Our sincere condolences to Ruthie’s family and friends. Hugs to June,Peggy and Ross , I’ve known the Govier family for life as our fathers had service stations in Seaforth, enjoyed seeing you all every Remembrance Day.
Our deepest sympathy to a well loved lady. Gone too soon, she has left an imprint on many lives and will be greatly missed. She is free from pain and resting peacefully.
Cathy and Eric Harrison
Our deepest sympathies go out to you all. Cherish all the fond memories.
It’s hard to understand
Why God takes those we love.
Does He need them more than we do, In Heaven up above?
No one on earth can pretend To know what’s in God’s plan.
All we can do is take it on faith And trust we’ll see our loved ones again.
Forever loved!❤️
My sincere condolences to Ruth’s family we met so many years ago when we were Mom Helpers at the nursery school and have had so many wonderful visits over the years . She always had time for a visit and yes a laugh She will always be remembered
So sorry for your loss. Ruth was a kind and cheerful person whose smile and infectious laugh will be so missed. I suspect she smiled most when she was with her family. Hold tight to memories of shared smiles, laughs and fun stories. Through these stories her bright light will continue to shine.
My sincere condolences to the friends & family, and my personal condolences to her brother, Ross, and to her other half, Burt.
Tonya and family. I was very sorry to hear that your mother/grandmother had passed away. My deepest sympathy.
So very sorry & sad for the family…Ruth was one of the nicest ladies I had the honor of knowing .. R.I.P. Ruth
…I know you will be missed forever & ever…
To Robert Ross and the Govier family,
I give you all my condolences. How sad to hear of Ruth’s passing.
Even though I left Seaforth years ago I still remember my roots being in Seaforth..Ruth and the Govier family contributed to these memories.. rest in peace Ruthie!
Lois Aubrey nee Dalton
To Ruth’s family:
So very sorry for your loss. What an inspiring and positive person Ruth was.
She fought so hard and was always smiling and that wonderful laugh.
My Mom and I got to know Ruth in Clinton and were very fond of her.
Rest in Peace Dear Ruthie
Sherry and Grace (Gilfillan)
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. I knew her from the Casino, she always was laughing & cheerful & made you smile. We always looked forward to seeing her at the Casino. R.I.P. You will be missed.
Thinking of Ruth’s family at this sad time. It was always fun meeting up with Ruth somewhere, she was always so friendly and happy. She will be missed. Brian and Karen Nigh
Ruth, going to miss your smile and your laugh. RIP sweet angel
Robert, Tee and the rest of the Family,
Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences to all of you through this time. Ruth was a really great person and her laughter infectious. We will be keeping you lifted in prayer and hoping that the many happy memories you each have of her will carry you through.
Peace and Blessings,
Ruthie made the world a better place and will be missed by so many! Her laugh was epic and put joy in the hearts of everyone hearing it. Ken enjoyed working with her for 4 years at the Slots, and touching base with her since then. Our sincere condolences to her family. Ken & Gwen Johnston
I was very sad to learn of Ruth’s passing, please accept my sincerest condolences to everyone. She was such a great person and I can still hear her laugh from my childhood. RIP Ruth
Our deepest sympathy to Ruth’s family . She will be greatly missed.
Robert and family
We are so very very sorry to hear of Ruthie’s passing. She was such a pleasure to be around and had a laugh that we always knew she was close by. Condolences to the family at this difficult time.
Lori and Brad Sinclair
So sorry for your loss Tonya. I will always remember her laugh. She will certainly liven things up in heaven.
To all of Ruth’s family
Our sincere sympathy to you. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Cub & Joanne
I have very fond memories of Ruth and Ross, twins who grew up along with me. May all your memories help you through the pain of Ruth’s loss.
Ruth. Spunky. Wise. Sensational. A heart bigger than any of the world’s most precious metals. She was totally captivating with her sparkling personality and had the world’s greatest laugh. Ever. Often I asked her to send a recording of her laugh to Disney – a whole new career would be at her fingertips. What a rare gift you were Ruthie to all who cherished you and were touched by your soaring spirit. I will miss you dreadfully but will always carry you in a special place in my heart. I know somewhere on the other side there is a rollicking good time at ‘the library’ and that you, as always, are the life of the party. With much love, thoughts and prayers to Robert and Family. Lucy & Richard
My thoughts and prayers are with RUTHS. FAMILY AND brother Ross. SHE WAS A GREAT LADY AND HAD A BEAUTIFUL SMILE SHE WILL BE MISSED ROY DALTON AND CHERYL TALBOT.
My condolences Ross to you and the entire family.
Thinking of all of Ruth’s families at this difficult time!
Sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with the families
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Robert, Ross and families.
She was a bright light in a dark world. Everyone has mentioned her laugh and smile, it definetely will be missed.
I enjoyed stopping in to Pizza Train back in the days and we were always greeted with Ruth’s smiling face.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Govier family and Robert
Sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing.
She always had a big smile when we met.
Ruth will be remembered by many.
Rest in peace Ruth.
Don & Betty Upshall
Just a wonderful person. Really miss hearing that unique laugh of hers. She made the slots more FUN. Our sympathy to you Robert and also to Ruth’s family.
Our deepest sympathy to Tonya and Ross families. We are so sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing
So sorry for your loss of a beautiful and kind hearted lady. Could put a smile on any one’s face. Most of all loved her laugh. sending my condolences with my thoughts and prayers to the whole family. Rose Cleaveley
My deepest condolences to the family! Ruth will be missed.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Ruth’s family. She will be greatly missed.
Karen and Kevin Young
“Goodbye My Breast Friend” You will be missed by so many, including us. To Ruth*s loved ones, Our Condolences. Know that Ruth often made our world a brighter happier place. Until we meet again.
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Deepest sympathy to Ruth’s family. She was a special lady. Her beautiful laugh will stay with us forever. Rest in peace my friend.