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Elly Nora (Elinor) Rutter July 29, 1929 - March 7, 2023

In loving memory of Elly Rutter, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother.

Born in Waldhof, ON to parents Alfred and Adeline Weiske on July 29, 1929.

Elly is survived by her husband Gordon in their 69th year of marriage, daughters Terry (Ross) Langdon and Lori (Paul) Pruys, grandchildren Jason, Jacob and Lukas, 3 great-grandchildren, great-greatgrandson, sisters Ruby (Jake) Jeske and Rose (Tony) Blair and in-laws Ruby (Wayne) Prouse and Keith (Jean) Rutter as well as many nieces and nephews.

Elly met her husband Gordon while working at Harley’s Supermarket in 1951. Soon after, in 1954, they were married and spent their lives enjoying fishing and camping on Wabigoon Lake.

Elly loved spending time with her family and especially with her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her family and all that were blessed to know her.

Thank you to the nurses and doctors for the wonderful care she received while in the hospital.

As per Elly’s wishes there will be no service. Interment will take place at a later date.

Condolences(8)

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    Jo-Ann Allen says
    March 9, 2023 at 4:25 pm

    Gord, Terry, Lori and families.
    I am so sorry for the loss of Elly.
    She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
    My condolences.
    Jo-Ann

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      Sigrid schroeder says
      March 10, 2023 at 4:25 pm

      I am sorry to read of the passing of Elinor. I remember her working at Harley’s many years ago. She was a lovely lady. I wish to send my sincere sympathy to the family especially my childhood friend Rosie. Sigi Schroeder (schussler)

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    Richard and Bonnie Wetelainen says
    March 10, 2023 at 1:33 am

    Gord; What an amazing lady, Bonnie and I so much enjoyed seeing you two join Dad Mom and us in Las Vegas enjoying good times in the old days.. We are deeply saddened to see another great pioneer and amazing person move on. I hope she is discussing good times with Mom and Dad . We hope to bump into you in Dryden this summer please stay strong and know that friends past and present are with you.

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    Duane Rennie says
    March 10, 2023 at 3:26 pm

    Gord & family, please accept may condolences on the passing of Elly.

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    Francine Higgins says
    March 10, 2023 at 4:33 pm

    Such a beautiful lady. I always called her Elinor. I didn’t have a clue anyone called her Elly. So I am a bit surprised because to me she will always be Elinor. I enjoyed seeing Gord & Elinor out & about. We would have some pretty animated conversations. What fun we had! When I was working at Extra Foods with Lori, I would always make sure to say hello whether they wanted me to or not! Sometimes we would get funny looks from people walking by because we were laughing so loud. Wonderful, beautiful memories are swirling around in my head. Rest peacefully Elinor. Much love to all the family.
    Sincerely Francine (Toussaint) Higgins

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    Kietha Beaulne and family says
    March 10, 2023 at 8:30 pm

    Condolences to all those that had the privilege of loving Elinor.

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    Helen McKay says
    March 12, 2023 at 6:25 pm

    Condolences, Lori. Both Tom and i are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

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    T. Findlay says
    March 16, 2023 at 1:40 pm

    Gord, Terry and Lori and extended families. My thoughts are with you at this very sad time. It was always a pleasure to be in their company..

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