With sadness, we announce the passing of our dear sister and aunt, Ruth Aileen Loft, who passed away peacefully on October 16, 2014 in London, Ontario, at the age of 91. Beloved daughter of the late Berrell (1971) and Neva (Haskett) (1989) Loft. Ruth will be forever loved, remembered, and sadly missed by her family; brother Clarke Loft (2013) and his wife Doris, sisters Una Loft (2010), Mary Eadie and her husband Dan, nieces Karen Zavitz (Gerald), Ann Charlton (Todd), Beth Eadie (Jim), and Sarah Eadie (Derek) and great-nephew and great-nieces Scott, Cori, Kate and Olivia. Aunt Ruth was a teacher, a farm girl, a talented curler, fitness buff, avid gardener, golfer, world traveler, historian, antique collector, and animal lover. She taught us the power of acceptance, laughter and enjoying family and friends in each visit. In her own spunky way, she never stopped teaching and testing us. We take comfort in knowing that Aunt Ruth and Aunt Una are together once again. We wish to extend a heartfelt thank you to our wonderful group of caregivers: Jen, Jocelyn, Suzanne, Charlotte (Neville), and our cousin Marlyn Loft (Ken). Your support allowed Aunt Ruth to remain independent and active for so long, enjoying many activities and outings. Our sincere thanks also go to all the staff of Peoplecare, Oakcrossing. no matter what floor you were working, or the colour of your shirt, we truly appreciate each of you for the dedicated and compassionate care shown to Aunt Ruth.
At the request of the family, a private family funeral service was held at Littlewood Cemetery, Ilderton, a place that Aunt Ruth tended with great care.
In Ruth’s memory, donations to the Nature Conservancy of Canada, Littlewood Cemetery or the Alzheimer Society are welcomed.
LOFT: Ruth Aileen formerly of Ilderton
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
marjorie and ernie taylor
so sorry that Ruth had to leave us, but she had suffered long enough. we have missed her here on the ninth for the last few years. Miss seeing both of them out in the gardens which they loved so much.
Marg & Dick Dean
Sincere sympathy to the Loft family
Your eloquent tribute in the London Free Press was a loving remembrance of Ruth.
Sincerely,
Marg and Dick Dean
John & Mary Walls
The Loft Family;
Acceptance, Laughter, Enjoying family & friends. What a great legacy to leave. Thinking of you.