Ruth Hilda Mae Estabrooks
Died: January 16, 2009 | Place: London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital
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ESTABROOKS, Ruth Hilda Mae
At London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital on Friday, January 16, 2009 Ruth H. M. (Brydges) Estabrooks of London in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Rev. Dr. Merle P. Estabrooks. Dear mother of Paul Estabrooks and his wife Dianne of London, David Estabrooks of Leamington, Stephen Estabrooks and his wife Virginia and Phillip Estabrooks all of Calgary. Loved sister of Bessie O’Donnell of New Brunswick. Dear grandmother of Tim, Tanya, Melinda, Sean, Erin, Laura, Derek, Kevin, John and Keren and great grandmother of Cassandra, Celina, Charlotte, Roberto, Calita, Alexis, Sydney, Stephen, Rachel, Matthew, Joshua, Benjamin, Jackson, Michael, Esther, Josiah and Levi. Her family was the delight of her life. Ruth was loved by everyone who knew her. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, January 22, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted at the Forest City Bible Church, 1889 Wonderland Road, North (at Fanshawe Park Road) on Friday, January 23, 2009 at 11:00 am with Reverend John Thompson officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As and expression of sympathy, donations to the Forest City Bible Church, 1889 Wonderland Road North, London, ON N6G 5C1 would be appreciated. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com
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GOD has been faithful to HIS servant, Ruth. I ask that HE will comfort each member of her family, and each of her loved ones will be able to rejoice, thankful for her life.
Our love and prayers go out to you Paul, Dianne and family at this sad time. So sorry we cannot attend your mom’s ‘graduation’ celebration as we have another funeral to attend in Markham. May God wrap His arms of love and comfort around the entire family.
Beloved Brother Paul, and the rest of Mamaz Boyz-David, Stephen, Phillip – May the Spirit of the Living God rest mightily upon you all and your families. it is a comfort to know she is in the loving arms of her Saviour and catching up on all your Dad’s stories about his time in Heaven – which will take eternity to tell-so he is in his glory! They both visited my home here in Truro Nova Scotia 10?years ago, and they were such a blessing. Now she can celebrate her 91st birthday dancing around the throne with the energy and flexibility of a teenager! Sending an east coast wave of love and blessings. From Diana Read-Miedema, Captain Joseph and James Miedema, and Esther Lysakovsky-Miedema.
To Paul, Dianne and Family – We’re deeply saddened by the passing of your mom. May the God of all comfort comfort your hearts at this time of great sorrow. But we do rejoice in the knowledge that we will see her once again.
love always,
Tim, Elizabeth and Rachel
psalm 116:15
Dear members of the Estabrooks family,
I have very fond memories of your mother that go way back to my time as a Bible College student in London when your parents came to minister at Wortley Bible Church. My parents were in India so I was a long way from home but your parents often took me in for a meal and some love, especially during the summer when most of my fellow students had left the city to go “home.” Your Mom (grandma and great-grandma) was wonderful, as you know, and I am sure that you are going to miss her terribly. Thanks for sharing her with me and many others and may the Lord comfort you now in the knowledge that she is now home with the Lord whom she loved.
Shalom,
Terry (and Gail) Tiessen
On behalf of the mission committee and congregation of St. John’s (Stone) Church, I would like to extend our deepest sympathy in your loss. I met Ruth on one occasion and always enjoyed Paul’s update on his mother in his prayer letters. She was a wonderful lady. With our love and prayers for all the family.
Jan Lockett
Dearest Dianne and Paul,
You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. May G-d grant you strength to bear this loss, and give you peace in knowing that your mother is with Him, blessed with everlasting life. We were not lucky enough to meet Ruth, but she was surely a phenomenal woman and mother to have raised such a terrific and loving son. May your years of wonderful memories with her, including her 90th birthday celebration with all the family, continue to bring you comfort. Much Love, your friends, Joyce and David
When we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still. Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. You have our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time
You are in our prayers.
Ana, Anthony and Alexander Tirolese
Dear Family Members: Just read of your Mom’s passing and wanted to send assurance of our thoughts and prayers to all of you at this time. I feel as if I have known your family forever – since Forest Cliff Camp days. What a blessing all of you have been to so any. Your Mom now has her great reward! Blessings!
Our prayers are with you during this time Paul. We never met your Mom but we have enjoyed much sweet fellowship with you during the years since we met in 1981 and know what a blessing you have been in our lives. And for this we can thank your Mom. You have been an example for many Christians also over the years and again, thanks to your Mom, for whom you have also been a blessing. While it is true your Mom is in the presence of God it is those left behind who suffer and we pray that God’s love, as expressed through the life of Jesus and through the power of the Holy Spirit, will grant you peace now and forever more.
We pray that God will send you all peace in your time of need and may you find warmth in the reflection of your time spent together. Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Dear Estabrook “Boys”. I havn’t seen your Mom for many many years but when I look at her picture I still see that warm, kind lady I had contact with in the “Crusaders” days. Our prayers are with each of you as you say good bye to your dear mom.
Dear Diane, Paul and the Estabrook family,
“Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfsort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.” – 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
I am telling this to my mom, Mrs. Cresencia Cruz. Surely we are also saddened by her death. I got your Christmas letter and saw her many beautiful smiles there. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saint. Truly we will miss her beautiful smiles.
In Christ’s prayers,
Ched Cruz, Toronto, ON
To Mamaz Boys and families: Our deepest condolences on your mothers home going. What wonderful memories you boys must have and will continue to carry in your hearts. Sincerely
Paul and Diane: First, may you especially and your family know that the LBIer’s are in prayer for both of you at this time of grief. “We never mourn what we don’t love” someone has said. Jesus shines out of your Mum’s photo and your words to the School family. Thank you for letting us weep with you until that Grand Day in His presence.
I remember with much fondness our association with Doc and Ruth while in London in 1987-1990. They both were a real encouragement to a budding pastor and his family. Enjoy heaven Ruth! See you there!
DEAR PAUL AND DIANE, IT WAS SO SAD TO HEAR THE NEWS OF YOUR MOTHER’S PASSING ON, BUT JOYOUS TO KNOW SHE IS IN HEAVEN. ONE SCRIPTURE IN MY READING THIS MORNING WAS’ PRECIOUS IN THE EYES OF THE LORD IS THE DEATH OF HIS FAITHFUL ONES’. MAY GOD GIVE YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY HIS PEACE. LOVE, MAUREEN AND PAUL
Hello Paul and Dianne , and all of your family members, I was saddened to hear of Ruth’s passing, and will remember her as one of the dearest nan’s I have met. At the same time I can say I am grateful to have had the opportunity to share some time at her last birthday celebration. Those are the memories that will last forever. God Bless you all, love and light. Your cousin Donna P