Margaret “Ruth” Keast

Died: January 16, 2015 | Place: LHSC University Hospital

Obituary

KEAST, Margaret Ruth

Peacefully into the hands of God on Friday, January 16, 2015 at University hospital in the presence of family. Ruth (O’Connor) Keast in her 93rd year. Predeceased by her husband and best friend of 50 years, Howard Keast. Beloved mother of David Keast (Heather) and Deborah Lucy. Grandma and Mama to three grandchildren Matthew Keast (Tanya), Erin Keast (Ray) and Kristin Ball (Ryan). Also much loved Great Grandmother and Mama of Jordan and Makenna Keast, Maya Cara, Ethan and Kyle Ball. Predeceased by her sister Edna O’Connor. The family wish to thank Dr. S. Cejic and the staff of the Byron Family Medical Centre and the staff at University Hospital who treated mother with such kindness. Friends will be received by the family 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, January 23, 2015 at 1pm. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1, Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington Street, London, ON N6A 3P8 or Charity of Choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

9 Comments

  1. MPT2015 January 19, 2015 at 9:25 am

    Dr Lucy,
    Our thoughts are with you and your family during this time of loss.

  2. Tom Overend January 19, 2015 at 9:31 am

    I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Such a long life and so much love given to her at the end. I hope the support of your family and friends can give you strength to survive this most difficult of times.

  3. Barb and George Barich January 20, 2015 at 8:27 am

    We are saddened with Ruth’s passing. She was a dear sweet lady and we have many fond memories of her. She was such a good friend of my mom’s and we will always love her for that. Sorry we are in Florida and cannot attend the funeral.

  4. Margaret Brown January 20, 2015 at 1:02 pm

    Those of us at Amica who had the privilege of knowing Ruth are devastated at the speed which she left us. We admired her for her perseverance and grace with handling her infirmities. She was a special bridge player and will be missed by all her adversaries. Rest in Peace.

  5. Monique January 21, 2015 at 10:37 pm

    Deb, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You have been so supportive of your mother, may your memories help to ease your grief.

  6. Linda Cousins January 22, 2015 at 11:46 am

    Deb – So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I know you were such a support for her and that you will miss her immensely. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

  7. Janis Hannan January 22, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. She was definitely close to our family and a dear and wonderful friend to my mom Betty and honorary ‘aunt’ to my son Michael – for that I am eternally grateful. Ruth was always there for me if I needed a wise woman’s counsel on some crisis in my life, or if I just needed advice on the best wine to pick. Thank you Ruth, you will be missed for your kind, patient and soulful ways.
    With love,
    Jan

  8. Coloplast Canada Corp. January 22, 2015 at 3:24 pm

    Dear Dr. Keast & Family:
    With sincere sympathies from your partners at Coloplast Canada Corp.

  9. Irene and Mario Faveri January 22, 2015 at 8:26 pm

    Deborah, our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your Mom. Regrettably we didn’t move to River Ridge earlier otherwise we could have gotten to know her better. Really appreciated how friendly she was to us the new folk in the neighbourhood and will always be inspired by how at her age she would “zip” around Byron and in and out of the complex in that little car of hers. We know that she’ll be missed but hope you’ll receive some comfort in recalling all the wonderful experiences that you shared together over the years.
    Irene and Mario Faveri

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