RUTH LEONORA MURRAY

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RUTH LEONORA MURRAY (nee KAATZ) July 29, 1927 - November 5, 2015 Ruth passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at the age of 88 years at Riverview Health Centre. She leaves to mourn and will be deeply missed by her beloved husband Donald (Don) of 61 years; her daughters Donna Bolton and Patricia Erickson (Edward), son William Murray (Brigette), as well as her seven grandchildren: Alexis and Ian, Murray and Kyle, Jacquelyn, Alisha and Cailyn. She also leaves to mourn her brothers Robert Kates, Harold Kaatz (Marlene), William Kaatz (Joyce), Gordon Kaatz (Ruth); brother-in-law James Murray (Arlene); sister-in-law Bernice Murray as well many nieces, nephews and friends. Ruth was predeceased by her parents Herman and Louisa Kaatz; sisters Dorothy and Edith; and brothers George, Archie, and Leo. Ruth was born and raised in the town of Beausejour, Manitoba and after high school she pursued her lifelong career of hairdressing. She enjoyed working with people and was more than pleased to share her talents with many senior citizens who frequented her beauty shops. Ruth and Don were married in 1953 and happily raised their family in Windsor Park. She was a devoted and caring mother to her three children, and the kids and her grandchildren meant the world to her. Ruth was a proud member of Daughters of the Nile, Sphinx Temple; and Khartum Ladies' Auxiliary. She thoroughly enjoyed her many travels with Don and members of Shrine, Khartum Temple, as well as members of Scottish Rite where she established many fond friendships. We extend a special thanks to the nurses and staff of 2D, Riverview Health Centre for their compassionate care and respect accorded to Ruth. Ruth appreciated the kindness and friendship of Transcona Home Care staff who attended to her on a daily basis, as well as the kindness of all staff at Devonshire House II. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ruth may be made to a charity of your choice. A Celebration of Ruth's Life will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at the Khartum Shrine Centre located at 1155 Wilkes Ave., Winnipeg. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 14, 2015