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Ruth McLeod
June 6, 1932 - October 6, 2016
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<div itemprop="description">Ruth McLeod passed away peacefully on October 6, 2016 in Richmond General Hospital after a short illness. Ruth was born Ruth Evans in Vancouver B.C. on June 7, 1932. She married Glen McLeod on September 15, 1956 after meeting at the United Church’s Young People's Union group. Ruth and Glen recently enjoyed a small celebration with their children and grandchildren on their 60th anniversary. <br> <br>We remember our mom, wife and grandmother as a very social person with a big heart. She had time for everyone. She found joy and friendship in the many groups she belonged to over the years, whether they were through a church, flower club, volunteer organization or her TOPS group, which she spoke of often. Our apologies if we've missed naming the group you knew her through, we couldn't keep up with them all! <br> <br>Ruth continued her father's love of gardening with large gardens, front and back of our house in “The Monds”. She took up flower arranging in her 40's, becoming both a Master Gardener and obtaining Master Judge status from the National Council of State Garden clubs. Ruth was a certified judge in flower arranging and horticulture and a member of B.C. Festival flower arranging. Ruth was very humble about these achievements and quietly mentored and encouraged others. <br> <br>In the early 70s the family put an addition on the house in the “Monds”. This proved very convenient for the 2 oldest sons as they decided this would be a perfect practice space for their newly formed rock band. Mom (and Dad as well) were very accepting of the noise from the weekly practice and all the fans that came along for the fun. The band returned for one final concert for Mom just before they moved out of the house in 2010. <br> <br>Ruth will be missed by her husband, Glen McLeod, and her children Dan (Linda), Dave (Kathy), Ron (Laura), and Heather (Kevin). She mentioned many times that she was proud that her family all kept in touch and were there for each other. The pride of Ruth and Glen's lives were and are their grandchildren, Andrea (Alex), Kevin (Jennie), Gregory, Miles, Bradley, Steven and Samuel. Know that you all brought her so much happiness. <br> <br>There will be no public service. If you would like to honour Ruth's memory, take a walk through a garden and notice the beauty that lives there. Condolences may be sent to the family at 10944 Springmont Gate Richmond B.C. V7E1Y4. The family gratefully requests in lieu of flowers, please donate to your favourite charity in Mom’s memory. <br> <br></div>