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Ruby Ada Whitehouse

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Ruby Ada Whitehouse

August 1, 1931 - July 15, 2025

Ruby was born in Galt Ontario, August 1st 1931 to Ada & Thomas Milward, her parents separated when Ruby was 3 yrs old.

Ruby grew-up Downtown Toronto attending Parkdale Collegiate. Later starting her career at the Bell Telephone Company.

While on Holiday in Muskoka she met Bruce in 1952 married in 1955. When Bruce met Ruby, he described her as Brillant, Beautiful & Captivating.
The Love story began there & lasted almost 70 years, until Bruce’s Passing May 10th 2022. Ruby was Fortunate to live a Long & Wonderful Life with her Best Friend, Confidant, Husband Bruce.

Ruby was an Extraordinary Mother to her two children Robert & Cheryl, her Kindness, Warmth & Unwavering Love was the Foundation of her Family’s Lives. She taught her children the meaning of Grace under pressure, the Power of a gentle word, and the Strength that lies in Unconditional Love. Her nurturing spirit made everyone that knew her feel special, seen, heard & deeply loved. Her home was always open, her Laughter always close & her arms always welcoming.

One of her Greatest Joys was spending time with her Grandson’s Matthew & Tanner.

Ruby was one of the most generous people we knew, donating her time & money to many Charites.
She enjoyed several great travel experiences with Bruce & their Winterplace in Florida.
They loved their Retirement time living in the Town of Cobourg.
Her pastimes over the years included Music, attending Live Theatre, Bridge, Curling, Swimming, Basketball, Sketch Artist, Sports Viewing, Crosswords Clothing Design & sewing, Big Trivia Buff & Movie Buff.

“For those we Love we never Lose” Ruby lives on in our Hearts & Loving Memories.
She was & always will be our Greatest Blessing. 😊

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Jennie - July 28, 2025

Cheryl and family. I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. We just found each other late in life. We did not get to see each other due to the travel distance. It was great to meet Bruce and Ruby as well as you and Rick. May Ruby rest in peace. Sisters Dorothy, Daisy and Jennie

Anne Bell - July 24, 2025

Cheryl and Family I was so sorry to hear of Rubies passing. My heart goes out to you at this time. May the memories of your Mom live on in your heart forever. Ruby was one of the best friends I have ever had. We had some wonderful times together over the past 60 years, and I will be forever grateful that I had the privilege of being her friend for so long. My love goes out to you and the rest of the family. Anne, Barbara, Douglas and families