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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ruth on December 18, 2013 in Vernon, BC, born October 31, 1927 in Rossland, BC.

Ruth enjoyed bowling, was an avid Canuck’s fan, and a long time member of the Royal Canadian Legion.

She is survived by her partner: John Boag; sons: Harvey L’Ecluse; Harold L’Ecluse (Helen L’Ecluse); daughter: Ethel Moteer (Pat Moteer); 10 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her parents: Harvey and Ethel Lynn; brother: Gordie Lynn; sisters: Dorothy Hansen, and Ethel McFarland.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital for their care of Ruth during her final days.

Those wishing to do so may make a memorial donation in Ruth’s name to the Kidney Foundation of Canada (200 – 4940 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 4K6) or the Heart and Stroke Foundation (1212 West Broadway,Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 3V2). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca

Cremation arrangements entrusted to

ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES®, Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866



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