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In memory of
Ruth Miller
February 27, 1931 – February 03, 2023 - 91 years old
In memory of Ruth Miller Patterson Armstrong
Feb 27, 1931 - Feb 3, 2023

She died at the CISSS Gaspe at the age of 91 years and 11 months surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Wakeham to David Miller and Jean Annett, she was raised by her aunt Ella and uncle Watson after her mother's early death.

Ruth married Sidney Patterson and raised five children. In later years after the passing of Sidney, she moved to Ontario, became a nurse and worked there until retirement. She met and married Tom Armstrong in that period and they travelled extensively. Ruth lived a long and interesting life and eventually returned to her beloved Gaspe.

She leaves to mourn her children Gregory (Mariette), Susie (Scott), Frederick (Judy), Gerry (Shoko), siblings, Elsie Bobbette, Francis Miller, Edgar Miller, and Brenda Miller. Also her step-sons Dave Armstrong and Rob Armstrong and son-in-law Gary Laminger, eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Predeceased by husbands Sidney and Tom, and her daughter Lois,

Her funeral will be held August 2, 2023 at St. James Church in Wakeham.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Santé Côte-de-Gaspé Foundation or Gaspé Cancer Society.

Professional services have been entrusted to the Valère Fortin Funeral Home, a subsidiary of the HG Division network certified Distinction by the Corporation des thanatologues du Quebec and by the Bureau de normalisation du Québec.

The management and staff of HG Division offer their deepest condolences to the family and thank them for their trust.
Message from Fondation Santé-Côte-de-Gaspé February 17, 2023

The Fondation Santé Côte-de-Gaspé would like to extend its most sincere sympathy to the family and loved ones of Mrs. Ruth Miller. All our thoughts are with you. Our loved ones will remain in our hearts forever.

Message from Benoit and Gail Dorion February 10, 2023

Our Deepest Sympathy to you all in the loss of a lovely lady. She will be missed by family and friends alike. Rest in Peace Mrs. Ruth.

Message from FADOQ Région Gaspésie Îles-de-la-Madeleine February 10, 2023

We here at the Fédération de l’Âge d’or du Québec région Gaspésie – Îles-de-la-Madeleine were truly sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Ruth Miller.

Please allow me, on behalf of all of us at the FADOQ GÎM, to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

From all of us at the FADOQ GîM, please accept our most sincere condolences.

Message from Francis and Carol Mullin February 08, 2023

Sincere condolences to the family.

Message from Joanne Ahern February 08, 2023

Thoughts are with you, sympathies to all.

Message from Boyd & Gertie O'Brien February 08, 2023

Our deepest sympathy on your loss. She was a great lady. RIP Ruth

Message from Winston Mullin February 08, 2023

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs Ruth My sincere sympathy to her family

Message from Heather Sams & Kim Davis February 08, 2023

Losing a Mother is one of the deepest sorrows for a family. Your Mom was admired and loved by so many people. Her wisdom, energy and legacy of love will always be with you. It will be very difficult not hearing her voice and reaching out to call her. Kim and I are sending peace and love at what will be a very difficult time xo

Message from Rick & Paula February 08, 2023

Sending our deepest sympathies to all her family and friends.. Gregory, Susie,Freddie and Gerry you have lost a wonderful Mother and know that she will also be missed by so many friends also . She was always the life of a room and so enjoyed life. May she rest in peace . ❤️😗

Message from Madeleine Dorion, Conrad Grenier February 07, 2023

Sincères condoléances à toi Greg ainsi que ta famille.

Message from Ivy Patterson February 07, 2023

So sorry for your loss..My deepest condolences to all the family.

Message from Colin and Cathy February 07, 2023

Feeling your pain at time our deepest sympathies to all

Message from Rosemary & Frank Coffin-Steel February 07, 2023

Our deepest sympathies to all the family. May wonderful memories bring you comfort in this time of grief.

Message from Valerie Thompson February 07, 2023

God must have needed another Angel

Message from Sandra Eden Lavigne February 07, 2023

I was sad to hear of my dear cousin Ruth passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time, with sincere sympathy to all the family and friends. RIP Ruth. Hugs and Love

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