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FRANCES RUTH MARTIN
Born: Apr 29, 1941
Date of Passing: Jun 30, 2025
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ruth Martin. Ruth passed away on the morning of June 30, 2025, at the Hartney Community Health Centre.
Ruth will be remembered by her four children and their families: Chris, Connie (Paul), Heather and Penny (Brett), her 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Ruth was predeceased by her husband Gordon Martin, then in later years her friend Don Hargreaves, her granddaughter Candice Martin, her two sisters, Peggy Kitchen and Noreen Powell.
Ruth was born in Souris, the third daughter of Ken and Phyllis Kitchen. She spent most of her life in Souris and was a long-time member of the Souris Art Club. Ruth’s artwork can still be seen on various murals throughout the town.
A memorial reception in honour of Ruth’s life will be held at St. Paul’s United Church Auditorium on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Private interment in the Minnewawa Cemetery, Nesbitt, Manitoba.
In memory of Ruth, donations may be made to the Souris Beautification Fund, c/o Municipality of Souris-Glenwood, Box 518, Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0.
As published in Brandon Sun on Jul 05, 2025