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It is with deepest sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mom Gladys Ruth lelo (nee Birney). She will be sorely missed by her entire family, including her husband of 60 years Tony, son Carman (Kathy) daughter Louisa, and daughter Anna (Steve). She loved her grandchildren Tony (Jon), Jess (Jake), Angelina (David) and Corey (Jessica), Marcus (Jenny). She will also be missed by her great-grandchildren Isaac, Theo, Ben, Ava, Aiden and Emily. Ruth was a piano teacher for close to 50 years and instructed hundreds of students over that time. She especially enjoyed going to St. Mary’s School in Grafton to teach piano. She had many fond memories of the all the children she saw at school and at her home. A private family internment will take place at a later date. Thank you to all medical staff that took care of our mom. It is greatly appreciated.
Ruth was a wonderful piano teacher. She taught my sister and I and our children as well. I have many fine memories of Ruth. I appreciated her firm, yet kind and gentle nature. I remember her always applying her lovely hand lotion before teaching us. I also enjoyed our conversations and reminiscing about her living in the Honeywell farmhouse which my Dad eventually bought. Ruth was a wonderful person and I know she will be missed by so many. Sending love and prayers to Tony and the family as you grieve this great loss. Please take care!
Dear, Carman, I'm sorry to hear about your mom. She was a kind and thoughtful person and always seemed to be smiling and happy. May she rest in peace.
Dear Anna, Louisa and families, I am saddened to hear about the loss of your mom. My sincerest condolences. Wishing you and your families blessed memories to comfort you all as you celebrate your wonderful mom’s life.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Heart and Stroke Foundation
Dear Uncle Tony, cousins Carman, Louisa, Anna, and family – I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Ruth’s passing. I have so many very happy memories of shared family meals/holidays, backyard play adventures, and picnics at Rice Lake when we cousins were all children. I am grateful to have had Aunt Ruth's positive influence in my life growing up. My condolences to you all. Ann (Aiello) Blight
Tony and family: so sorry for your sudden loss. Ruth grew up in our old farmhouse and she not only taught me piano, she taught my daughter. She was a very very patient woman and I still remember her laugh. She was a beautiful piano player and a lovely person. RIP Ruth.
Anna, Steve & family: Our thought and prayers are with you during this time. Mike & Marilyn 💕
My heartfelt sympathy to all the Ielo family. Ruth was my piano teacher many years ago, I used to get dropped off from my bus every week for my lesson, and still remember piano recitals at her home for her students. What a wonderful lady she was ❣️ Brenda Brown
Angelina, I am so sorry for this heartache you must endure. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs, Cindy
Ruth and I attended Centreton public school and chummed together many years ago and only recently learned that we were now neighbours. Sincere condolences are extended to Ruth's loved ones. May she rest in peace.
Dear Ruth’s family, please accept my sincere condolences on her passing. We were neighbours on the Harwood Road, and sang in a double trio together many years ago. May your happy memories fill your heart at this time. Elaine Hope (Minifie)
Carmen & family, we are very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, please know that you are in our prayers. Len & Cindy Murphy
Anna, Steve and family, so sorry for your loss, my heart is with you at this time your mother was amazing.
Un abbraccio a tutta la famiglia
Carmen, Katrina and family: We are so sorry to read that your Mom passed away. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family.
Carmen, Katrina and family: We are so sorry to read that your Mom passed away. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family.
Carman, Louisa, Anna and family. I am so very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was always so happy and ready to help you if she could. I always enjoyed our conversations and her infectious laugh. My sympathy to all the family in this time of sorrow.
Dear Anna and Family. Thinking of you during this difficult time. May your memories fill your heart in the days to come. Sending hugs. Christine♥️
Carmen and Kathy. Sorry to hear about your mom. My condolences
Condolences to Ruth’s family from the Prettie family Centreton Mary
My deepest condolences to Ruth’s family . Ruth & I spent many hours together when we were children in Centreton. June Drain (Birney)
many good memories of Aunt Ruth, from her babysitting me as a tyke, to family gatherings, and amazing dinners. Always upbeat and ready to chat about anything. Condolences to her family.
We send our deepest sympathy to Ruth’s family. We have been next door neighbours for the last 12years so we shall miss her.
So sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. She taught my son Keith piano. She was a lovely lady.