It is with great sadness that the family of Ruth Marie Bodnarchuk announces her passing, with family by her side, on Friday, Nov. 13, 2015.
Marie was born Aug. 25, 1932 in Stratton, Ont. to the late William and Ruth Bell.
Marie’s life was devoted to her children. She raised them single-handedly and taught them to be loving, understanding, and forgiving.
She was a Sunday School teacher for several years and a longtime member of the Royal Canadian Legion. She also made beautiful crafts, which she often donated for fundraisers.
Family and friends always could expect special homemade gifts from Marie.
After raising her children, Marie worked at La Verendrye General Hospital for 20-plus years.
Retirement made time to enjoy her world-wide travels with her good friends, Queenie, Elsie, and Irene. She also spent as much time as possible visiting her children and their families.
There was nothing she loved more than holding a new grandchild. She loved family gatherings, making memories with laughter, joy, and fun.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Judy (Tim), Ken, Don (Susan), and Barb; grandchildren, Jeff, Lisa (Al), Brian (Jen), David (Kaily), Amanda (Matt), and Dustin (Ali); and great-grandchildren, Alex (Ashley), Justin, Katelynn, William, Keira, Avery, and Simon.
Marie also leaves behind her sister, Pat; brothers, Ivan (Marilyn) and David (Dianne); and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents, William and Ruth Bell; brother, Gordon; brother-in-law, Jack; sister-in-law, Betty-Anne; and son-in-law, Mickey.
We invite you to join us on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015 from 1-4 p.m. at Green Funeral Home in Fort Frances, Ont. as we celebrate her life and share our memories.
A prayer service will be held at 1:30 p.m., with Rev. Barbara Miller officiating.
In memoriam donations may be made to the “Friends of Animals” or the Canadian Diabetes Association c/o Green Funeral Home, P.O. Box 427, Fort Frances, Ont., P9A 3M8.
Online condolences may be offered at www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com
RUTH MARIE BODNARCHUK
