It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Viola Ruth Hadley, on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the age of 90. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Ruth passed peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones.
Ruth was born on July 17, 1934, in Waldhof, Ontario, to William and Evelyn Hansson (née Smith). She was the fifth of eight children and grew up on the family farm, where she learned the value of hard work and perseverance. Ruth’s strong work ethic never wavered, and she carried this spirit throughout her life, always approaching each challenge with grace and determination.
Ruth’s love for life was evident from an early age. Mom worked a variety of jobs, from cleaning camp cabins and waiting tables to working at the Dryden Paper Bag Company and Safeway.
On June 8, 1957, Ruth married the love of her life, Robert (Bob) Hadley. Their 52 years of marriage were filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Together, they enjoyed summers at their camp on Encamp Lake, creating a peaceful sanctuary enjoyed by their family.
Ruth was a proud mother to four children: Wendy (Victor), Dean (Delilah), Brian (Dale), and Bill (Shelley). She was a devoted and loving grandmother to ten grandchildren and a great-grandmother to fifteen great-grandchildren. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, and she cherished each moment with them.
Ruth’s warm, compassionate heart led her to form deep and meaningful friendships, including with her special friend Edward Kusnick, with whom she spent many happy years. She was predeceased by her husband Bob, her son-in-law Victor Larson, and her brothers William, Carl, Edward, Elmer, and Earl Hansson.
In her free time, Ruth enjoyed simple pleasures such as drinking coffee with friends and family, gardening, completing puzzles, playing cards, and participating in bingo. Her infectious laughter and nurturing spirit will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Ruth’s legacy of kindness, love, and dedication to her family and friends will live on in the hearts of those who were blessed to share in her life. We will forever remember her beautiful soul and the immeasurable love she gave to us all.
Ruth’s family would like to give a special thanks to the nurses at DRHC whose compassionate care helped bring her comfort and dignity in her final days.
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Linton & Trudy Valdock says
December 11, 2024 at 4:10 pmOur condolences to all the Hadley and extended families. May your memories of happy times together get you through this very tough sad time.
RUBY JESKE says
December 12, 2024 at 12:05 amHeartfelt symathy to all Ruths family. It was so good to visit with her, on friday.
Debbie Trott says
December 12, 2024 at 3:36 pmWe are so sorry for your loss. Ruth was a wonderful lady. She was a great neighbour and bingo companion to my Mom – Doreen at Patricia Gardens. Russ and Debbie Trott
Ursula Rhyner says
December 12, 2024 at 9:53 pmMy condolences to all the family. The memories you have will provide joy and stories to keep her in your hearts.
Ruth’s passing also marks the loss of another part of Waldhofs’ history.
Rhonda Gouliquer says
December 14, 2024 at 4:27 amSincere condolences to all of Ruth’s family. You are all in my thoughts as you go through this loss together. To Wendy big hugs. So sorry for you loss.
Donna Coulter & Rick Brodhagen says
December 13, 2024 at 2:14 amSending Condolences to Ruth’s family.
We got to know Ruth when a member of our family, EIleen Brodhagen, was a resident of Patricia Gardens.
Their group, Ken & Gladie,Irene,Helen, Ruth & EIleen would gather every night for a game of cards and to catch up on their day.
Ruth, being the “youngest” of the group was always there for them when they needed assistance of any kind.
I ‘m sure they will be welcoming her to their nightly card game!
Heather says
December 13, 2024 at 3:26 pmOur thoughts are with you Wendy it’s a hard loss being your mom
Heather and Dave
Shannon and Jim says
December 13, 2024 at 11:11 pmSending our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. She was a wonderful companion for my Dad in the later years of his life.
Take care during the difficult days ahead.
Shannon and Jim says
December 13, 2024 at 11:12 pmSending our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. She was a wonderful companion for my Dad in the later years of his life.
Take care during the difficult days ahead.
Alice Walchuk says
December 14, 2024 at 6:04 pmSo sorry to hear.
Dana Hansson says
December 16, 2024 at 11:47 pmWendy, Dean, Brian and Bill,
We were so sad to hear of your mom’s passing.
We know she had lived a full life and was struggling with her health but it is always too soon.
To us Ruth was a woman who was full of life and love.
She will be missed.
Our deepest condolences to you and all of your families.
Vanda, Dana, Marc and Shana
Vanda, Dana, Marc, Shana and families says
December 17, 2024 at 12:09 amWendy, Dean, Brian, and Bill,
We were so sad to hear of your mom’s passing.
We know she had lived a full life and was struggling with her health but we also know it is always too soon.
To us, Ruth was a woman who was full of life and love She will be missed.
Our deepest condolences to you and all of your families’
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 50 Van Horne Ave. Dryden, ON P8N 2A9 or to a charity of your choice.
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