Contributions to the tribute of Ruth Elizabeth Carson

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Steven Morris posted a condolence

Kim, Leigh, Zach and Sam join me is sending our condolences to Blair, Joe and Laura and to the Bent family. Ruth will be missed by everyone who knew of the joy of knowing her. Life is not separate from death. It only looks that way. —Blackfoot Proverb

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Terry Anderson posted a condolence

Blair, Laura, and Joe, My deepest sympathies for your loss of dear Ruth. She was an amazing, strong, loving, and passionate woman. She will not be forgotten by those who knew her. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Please take care of one another.

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Susan (Bent) Solman posted a condolence

Dear Blair and family. I am so sorry that you have lost Ruth....she will be missed by all of us. What will the reunions be like now??!! She was a force unto herself and I loved her spirit and energy. Love, Susan Ruth Bent Solman

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Glen & Lois Wark posted a condolence

Dear Blair,Laura & Joel...I think for somethings there are no words,only shoulders to lean on,hands to hold and hugs to comfort,I offer to you all of these..RIP my dear Ruth..you sure deserve it, the hard work you put in ..I will surely miss you and thanks for the 17yrs. of friendship you gave me both in Perth and Almonte .'Loved' isn't a word,there is no pass tense to love.If you love someone,deep down you always will.No matter whether they be near,or whether they be far..and we sure all love you. RIP my dear friend xo

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Debbie Wilson posted a condolence

Sincere sympathy on Ruth's passing. Her spirit will remain with us always. She adored her family;and was very proud of them. We at Lanark Lodge were an extension of her family. Blessings to Blair,Laura,and Joe. Sincerely, Debbie Wilson

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Kevin Carnrite posted a condolence

Blair, Laura and Joe, my thoughts are with you and your family. Ruth was a friend and co-worker that I will miss dearly. Ruth had a golden heart and it showed around Lanark Lodge as she touched the lives of many residents, volunteers and co-workers throughout her career at the Lodge. Ruth will be deeply missed by many who live and work under one roof. Take care of each other at this difficult time.

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Willie and Linda Lalonde posted a condolence

Blair and Laura, Our deepest sympathies to both of you. May you feel the love of Jesus surrounding you at this sad and difficult time.

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David Bent posted a condolence

Blair, Laura, and Joe..... Our hearts are heavy with this loss, but her legacy will live on in her children and the lives she has touched. She's an amazing person with a huge heart for her friends and family.

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Melissa Raymond posted a condolence

Dear Blair,Joseph and Laura: I was sorry to hear if Ruth's passing in the Halifax paper today. I first met Ruth in my freshman year at Acadia in 1971. I lived next door to Ruth and Gail my first year at Dennis House. We had many happy times together throughout our years at Acadia. Ruth was always very cheerful and ready for action. I was able to catch up with Ruth a few years ago when she visited Halifax and we reconnected with Marie and Gail. She spoke lovingly of her family. As usual,Ruth was upbeat and positive of her future. I love the picture you chose to have in the paper, it is so "Ruth" with her wonderful smile. I will be thinking of you all today.

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Cindy MacKay posted a condolence

I worked with Ruth for 15 years at Lanark Lodge on the nursing staff. I will always remember her. I will remember her laugh, her unbeatable work ethic and her immense pleasure in caring for others. She had a HUGE heart and always had the residents as her number one priority. When I left the Lodge five years ago, I always seemed to see Ruth at the grocery store and she was always after me (being a member of the Perth Band) to approach our Executive to get the band to come out to the Lodge and play again and again because the residents "loved us coming". She was always "on the job". I will have Ruth's spirit in my heart everyday. You have experienced such a loss that no one will be able to replace. Her spirit will always be with you, in your heart and minds. You are not alone in your sorrow. Hugs and my most sincere condolences.

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Lorelei Generoux posted a condolence

Dear Blaire, Joe and Laura I am sending my deepest condolences to you all at this time. I worked with Ruth for many, many years. I first worked with her on nursing and Joe, she talked of you often with much love. Laura, she was so proud of you. You are a sweet girl with a long life without a mom. It will be hard but talk to her, she will always be near. Blaire, whenever she spoke of you, it was with the biggest smile she could muster. Ruth was a unique person who took her work seriously. She was passionate about her resident's at Lanark Lodge. I would often tell her she needed to slow down as her brow was wet from perspiration. She would acknowledge that she should "but I have so much to do". I respected her work ethic and the fact that she kept on going regardless of some of the roadblocks and challenges she faced. She was one of the best and although I no longer work at Lanark Lodge, I will think of her often, of her smile, her laugh, her tenacity to do everything she could for every resident at Lanark Lodge. She made a difference and set the bar high. It is going to be a long hard road but your pain will be replaced by the love and joy she brought to all of you.

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Elinor Morgan posted a condolence

We are so sorry. We will remember Ruth as a vibrant and welcoming member of the family, and will miss her greatly. Elinor and Don

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Christine, Rob and family posted a condolence

Dear Blair, Laura and Joe, There is a hole in our hearts these days. Even though we are unable to make the service, I hope you know that we are grieving with you. I will stop and remember her and send loving thoughts at 10:30 tomorrow. Ruth was a wonderful , vibrant human being who will be sorely missed. She brought light and laughter wherever she went. I will remember her infectious laugh and be grateful for knowing her. My family and I send our love. Christine PS what a wonderful photo of her. It captures her light.

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Harold , Suzanne and Family posted a condolence

Dear Blair, Laura and Joe, We are so sorry that Ruth has passed away. So hard to believe so fast. We will miss her visits to our house, her smile and laughter. The long chats with cousin Harold. She was the one to always head something up for a get together or bonfire on the beach. Ruth welcomed us into her home a few summers ago and we all had such a great time. We will cherish the pictures we took there. Laura and Joe have lost their mother too soon in life. And you Blair have lost your best friend. Sorry we can not be there for the funeral but please know that you are all in our thoughts. Love and Kisses Harold, Suzanne, Carmen, Colleen and Judson

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Mrs. Bent, David and Allen and families posted a condolence

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Sincerely, Valerie Kennie

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Rev Shirley Bradley posted a condolence

Ruth will always be remembered by me for her Passion and Energy. She was always willing to try new things. Her heart was always for others. I will miss her greatly as a friend and co worker. Her compassionate vigour and vim, will always be an example to me and all of those who worked with her. You her family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hold her in your heart and enjoy the many memories she has left with you.

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Gail (Stronach) Thomas posted a condolence

I had the pleasure of knowing Ruth at Lanark Lodge through my volunteering there during the past few years. We happily discovered that we were distantly related through the Bent clan, and grew up only a few miles from each other in N.S. The atmosphere at the Lodge will not ever be the same without Ruth's infectious smile, her hearty laugh, and her compassionate devotion to the residents and the tropical fish. I share in the family's sorrow at this terrble time, and hope that with time will come acceptance and peace. "Each time we embrace a memory, we meet again with those we love, for the heart never forgets.” ~ Flavia

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Graeme, Cécile, Emma & Paul BENT posted a condolence

Blaire, Laura and Joe: Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. It is always very difficult to say goodbye suddenly and it is with our deepest regrets that we send this with the sudden passing of Ruth. When Ruth was at Acadia University, a few years ago, I had the great fortune of having her as a babysitter. She was always my cousin with a luminary smile, huge sense of humour and the ability to lift my spirits. This luminosity lives on in Laura and Joe and much of it has rubbed off on Blaire! I hope to see you all very soon to again share wonderful moments as a family. Take care of yourselves and lots of love.

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Ron and Sharon Baker posted a condolence

Hi Blair, Joe and Laura. Words can not express how shocked and saddened we are about Ruth's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this terrible time in your lives. God bless.

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forrest bent posted a condolence

Dear Blair and Laura: I was greatly saddened to hear of your loss and was happy that Garth could be there to assist. May God give you comfort at this time. Wish I could be there to assist. Love to you both. Forrest

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Stacey Horne posted a condolence

Blair, Laura and Joe, You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad, difficult time. I worked with Ruth for the past 10 years and she was a very caring, compassionate women who meant alot to alot of people! Her layed back caring ways will be forever missed at Lanark Lodge. I will always remember her for her passion for fish, scrabble and music and of course getting a great bargain where ever she went!! Ruth you will be missed but never forgotten. I am off work for another 9 months but boy is it going to be strange going back without you there!!

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Marie Burns posted a condolence

Dear Blair, Joe and Laura, I was so saddened to hear of Ruth's passing. Thoughts of Ruth from our university days always makes me smile. She was my next door neighbour in Dennis House and with Melissa, Gail and Helen we shared many great times and wonderful laughs. She was so adventurous and was the only one in the group willing to try frog's legs! We were so in awe of her bravery! It was so nice to catch up with Ruth when she was in Halifax a few years ago. Gail, Melissa and I certainly enjoyed our visit with her! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. She will be sorely missed but may your memories of the good times you shared with her sustain you.

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Tanya MacAllister posted a condolence

My sincere condolences to Ruth's family. I had the pleasure of getting to know Ruth while I was completing a student placement at Lanark Lodge a few years back. Ruth was always on the go doing something with the residents and you could see her dedication and compassion in all that she did. My time spent with Ruth and learning things from her was one in which her advice and teachings were always done in a kind and respectful way. May you rest in peace Ruth you were an angel on earth.

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Lucille Lanteigne posted a condolence

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say... but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you." It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man. God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me. Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author) ©Copyright 1998-2010 http://www.ruthann1.com ~ Lucille Lanteigne, Ottawa, Ontario

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Lotus Mac Dowell posted a condolence

Dear Blair,Joe,and Laura-My heart goes out to you with the loss of Ruth. I had the privilege of getting to talk with her at the last Bent Family Reunion. Ruth was one of those people with a smile that goes on forever,a sparkle in her eyes as she would recount some funny story about someone and a persona that immediately drew people to her. It was very evident that she loved her family and her roots deeply. I am blessed to have been given the chance to see her again. I pray that all the memories of her and how much she meant to SO many people will give you comfort in the coming months.

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Brenda Wright posted a condolence

My sincere condolences go out to the family (Ruth's husband and children) as you mourn the loss of a wife and mother. I hadn't known Ruth very long, however, felt a great sadness with the news of her untimely death. She was such a cheerful and colourful character, bringing love, laughter, and lightheartedness to everyone. Thanks Ruth for inviting me to share my love of painting with you and the artists at Lanark Lodge (a photo has been posted).

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Dianne Melendy posted a condolence

Blair, Laura, Joe, my sincere condolences to you. Ruth was a true friend for many years and I'm glad we had the chance to reconnect before her death. Always will be remembered, and until we meet again, Ruth, Love ya.

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Brenda Wright posted a condolence

Friday, July 15, 2011

My sincere condolences go out to the family (Ruth's husband and children) as you mourn the loss of a wife and mother. I hadn't known Ruth very long, however, felt a great sadness with the news of her untimely death. She was such a cheerful and colourful character, bringing love, laughter, and lightheartedness to everyone. Thanks Ruth for inviting me to share my love of painting with you and the artists at Lanark Lodge (a photo has been posted).

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Lotus Mac Dowell posted a condolence

Friday, July 15, 2011

Dear Blair,Joe,and Laura-My heart goes out to you with the loss of Ruth. I had the privilege of getting to talk with her at the last Bent Family Reunion. Ruth was one of those people with a smile that goes on forever,a sparkle in her eyes as she would recount some funny story about someone and a persona that immediately drew people to her. It was very evident that she loved her family and her roots deeply. I am blessed to have been given the chance to see her again. I pray that all the memories of her and how much she meant to SO many people will give you comfort in the coming months.

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Tanya MacAllister posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

My sincere condolences to Ruth's family. I had the pleasure of getting to know Ruth while I was completing a student placement at Lanark Lodge a few years back. Ruth was always on the go doing something with the residents and you could see her dedication and compassion in all that she did. My time spent with Ruth and learning things from her was one in which her advice and teachings were always done in a kind and respectful way. May you rest in peace Ruth you were an angel on earth.

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Lucille Lanteigne posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say... but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you." It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man. God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me. Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author) ©Copyright 1998-2010 http://www.ruthann1.com ~ Lucille Lanteigne, Ottawa, Ontario

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Marie Burns posted a condolence

Monday, July 11, 2011

Dear Blair, Joe and Laura, I was so saddened to hear of Ruth's passing. Thoughts of Ruth from our university days always makes me smile. She was my next door neighbour in Dennis House and with Melissa, Gail and Helen we shared many great times and wonderful laughs. She was so adventurous and was the only one in the group willing to try frog's legs! We were so in awe of her bravery! It was so nice to catch up with Ruth when she was in Halifax a few years ago. Gail, Melissa and I certainly enjoyed our visit with her! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. She will be sorely missed but may your memories of the good times you shared with her sustain you.

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Melissa Raymond posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Dear Blair,Joseph and Laura: I was sorry to hear if Ruth's passing in the Halifax paper today. I first met Ruth in my freshman year at Acadia in 1971. I lived next door to Ruth and Gail my first year at Dennis House. We had many happy times together throughout our years at Acadia. Ruth was always very cheerful and ready for action. I was able to catch up with Ruth a few years ago when she visited Halifax and we reconnected with Marie and Gail. She spoke lovingly of her family. As usual,Ruth was upbeat and positive of her future. I love the picture you chose to have in the paper, it is so "Ruth" with her wonderful smile. I will be thinking of you all today.

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Harold , Suzanne and Family lit a candle

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Dear Blair, Laura and Joe, We are so sorry that Ruth has passed away. So hard to believe so fast. We will miss her visits to our house, her smile and laughter. The long chats with cousin Harold. She was the one to always head something up for a get together or bonfire on the beach. Ruth welcomed us into her home a few summers ago and we all had such a great time. We will cherish the pictures we took there. Laura and Joe have lost their mother too soon in life. And you Blair have lost your best friend. Sorry we can not be there for the funeral but please know that you are all in our thoughts. Love and Kisses Harold, Suzanne, Carmen, Colleen and Judson

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Cindy MacKay posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

I worked with Ruth for 15 years at Lanark Lodge on the nursing staff. I will always remember her. I will remember her laugh, her unbeatable work ethic and her immense pleasure in caring for others. She had a HUGE heart and always had the residents as her number one priority. When I left the Lodge five years ago, I always seemed to see Ruth at the grocery store and she was always after me (being a member of the Perth Band) to approach our Executive to get the band to come out to the Lodge and play again and again because the residents "loved us coming". She was always "on the job". I will have Ruth's spirit in my heart everyday. You have experienced such a loss that no one will be able to replace. Her spirit will always be with you, in your heart and minds. You are not alone in your sorrow. Hugs and my most sincere condolences.

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Elinor Morgan posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

We are so sorry. We will remember Ruth as a vibrant and welcoming member of the family, and will miss her greatly. Elinor and Don

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Christine, Rob and family posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Dear Blair, Laura and Joe, There is a hole in our hearts these days. Even though we are unable to make the service, I hope you know that we are grieving with you. I will stop and remember her and send loving thoughts at 10:30 tomorrow. Ruth was a wonderful , vibrant human being who will be sorely missed. She brought light and laughter wherever she went. I will remember her infectious laugh and be grateful for knowing her. My family and I send our love. Christine PS what a wonderful photo of her. It captures her light.

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Mrs. Bent, David and Allen and families posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Sincerely, Valerie Kennie