Ruby Maxine Greening
February 11, 1925 to August 19, 2024
Obituary
Passed away at St. Patrick’s Mercy Home on Monday, August 19, 2024 after a long and happy life.
Predeceased by first husband, Alexander Pottle; and second husband, Augustus Greening. Mom was also predeceased by her only sibling, Margaret, her sister.
Left to mourn five children John (Madge), Gloria (Keith), Barbara (Willis), Terry (Sheila), and Lisa (Robert), eight grandchildren Tracey (Rod), Troy (Huberta), Janice (Gwen), Susan (Simon), Ashley (Brad), April, Jenna, and Victoria, as well as six great grandchildren, Peyton, Jasper, Devon, Brie, Jacob, and Alex.
Mom was a determined, strong-willed person who overcame many health challenges in the past few years until a fall in February, just three days before her 99th birthday. She amazed us all.
Mom enjoyed ten years at Cambridge Estates and has many fond memories of her time there. They were her Cambridge family.
The family will be accepting visitors at Carnell’s at 329 Freshwater Road, on Friday August 23 from 2-4 and 7-9. There will be a funeral service in the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Saturday, August 24 at 11am, with interment to follow at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
Please note that Carnell’s Funeral Home is a nut free building, due to a staff member with a severe allergy. Thank you for your cooperation.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on August 23, 2024
7-9 p.m. on August 23, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Saturday August 24th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Interment to follow at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
Dear Gloria, so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. What a very long and full life she lived. Bless her. I remember when I was delivering Meals on Wheels to her, she always had a lovely smile and a kind word. You were blessed to have had her with you for all these years. Hang on to all your treasured memories. God Bless
Sending condolences to John, Madge and all the family. Although we did not know Mrs Greening, we often heard you speak of her fondly over the years.
Thinking of you
Marilyn and John McGuire
Thinking of you all Your mom was a beautiful lady, friendly neighbor and good friend to my Mom, Olive Trimm. She had a sharp mi d and always asked for us all when mom would visit or chat with her on the phone. She will.be missed by many. Sending you all my sincere thoughts, love and prayers.
Terry, Sheila, Jenna and Victoria – We are so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your mom/nan. Words don’t always immediately help during a difficult time as this but eventually you’ll be able to accept these condolences and feel them fully. Your broken hearts will know a time of healing. God bless xo Ken and Carol Anne Mercer
To Lisa and family,
Sincerest condolences for your loss. May happy memories of your mother lift your spirits during these difficult days.
Greg and Pauline Burton
Deepest condolences to all of Mrs Greeting’s family. I have wonderful memories of your Mom from growing up on Empire Ave, she and your Dad were great neighbours. She was always ready with a smile and a cheerful hello.
I hope the great memories you have of her bring you much comfort in the days to come..
Condolences to her family
My sincere condolences to all Ruby’s family and friends.
I got to know ruby while she was a resident at Cambridge Estates., as I was the hair stylist that done her hair on a weekly basis. I have many lovely memories of our her, and looked forward to seeing her each week. RIP Ruby💐
Deborah Murphy
Gloria, Keith and family
So sorry to hear of your moms passing what a wonderful age . Thinking of you all during this difficult time God Bless
Gloria, sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. 99+ wow what a milestone. May she rest in peace. Marg & Doug.
To Barbara, Gloria, John, Terry, Lisa and your Families, I am so saddened to hear of your Mothers passing. I have such wonderful memories as a young girl visiting your home on Empire Ave. Barbara and I giggling and sneaking the delicious cookies Mrs. Greening would make. Cherish your special memories you made with her. Sending my deepest condolences to the entire Family. Debbie Hapgood
So sorry Gloria to hear about your mom‘s passing thinking of you and your family .
Terry & Sheila;
Our heart felt condolences go out to you & your family on the passing of your Mom. May Gods peace & comfort be with you all
Gloria, Keith and all the families
Glo, Although we never met your mom I felt like I knew her from all the times you chatted about her .
We know you loved Her very much and will miss her. You were lucky to have her around at a great age.
Sending deepest sympathy at this difficult time.
Thinking of you Lisa and your family at this difficult time.
Hil
Terry, Sheila, Jenna, Victoria and family,
So sorry to hear of your mom/nan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time and may your fondest memories of her bring you peace in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Ches, Lisa and family
Gloria and family: Your mother was a lovely woman, and we are certain that you will have many fond memories to sustain you through this difficult time. More importantly, we know from your dedication to her, especially in recent years, that she was well loved. May she rest in peace after her long and happy life.
We are so so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She will be great missed by you guys. I know she was a big part of your daily lives.Take Care thinking of you in this sad time our prayers are with you. Your friends Paul and Elaine