Obituary of Ruth Ellen Ill

Peacefully, while surrounded by family, went into the presence of her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on Thursday, April 24, 2025, following a lengthy illness. 

Loving wife and companion of Tony Ill. 

Survived by her siblings, Carol Steinmann, Judy Phillips, Lois Sallans, Mark Richber, Miriam (Mark) Weber, and brother-in-law, Gunter Krimme. 

Sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by her parents Carl and June Richber, and her siblings, David, Jean, Paul and Peter, brothers-in-law, Wally Sallans and Ross Steinmann, and niece, Heather Van Holst. 

Ruth was a long-time employee of Arrow Shirts, Kitchener, and in her earlier years was an avid golfer and roller skater. Ruth had no children of her own, but to her 80 nieces and nephews she was a very special aunt. Family meant a lot to Ruth - she was known to spend countless hours knitting dolls or baby clothes, many of which were sent to overseas missions. Ruth and Tony were an inseparable duo, known for their many road trips south, their unexpected visits with family and friends and their commitment to caring for, and visiting Ruth’s sister, Lois. 

Ruth’s family wishes to thank the medical team at Waterloo Regional Health Network - Midtown and Chicopee (formerly Grand River and Freeport Hospitals), for their loving care and support. 

Cremation has taken place.

A private family interment will take place.