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Ruby Panzer Obituary
Ruby Eleanor (Kanten) Panzer passed away October 27, 2014 at the age of 90.
She was born July 7, 1924 at Assiniboia, SK to Pearl and Elmer Kanten, the eldest of 6 children.
She attended school at Kanten. In the fall of 1943, she worked for Ervin Benson's White Rose Station. She married Reynold in 1944 and farmed in the Quantock area. Reynold was grain buyer and in 1962 they moved to Blaine Lake, SK. Here Ruby worked at the café and bakery. They eventually returned to the area, residing in Lisieux, where they cared for handi-capped people. In 1967 they moved to Rockglen, as worked as custodians of the Rockglen School.
Ruby enjoyed travelling, crafts, and quilting, bowling and helping in the community.
She is predeceased by a baby brother Carmen (11 month old), her parents Elmer and Pearl, husband, Reynold, sisters Marlene Nicholson and Eunice Bjornson and brother Ray Kanten, grandson Andrew Rayner and great-granddaughter Sapphira Panzer Goodwin, and sons-in-law Ted Rayner and Art Schnor.
Ruby is survived by one sister Violet Berg of Cranbrook, BC; sons, Lowen (Sonny) and Ken,
daughters, Lorraine (Sue) Rayner, Janice (Jim) Somers and Wanda Schnor; grandchildren Gordon (Colleen), Coreen (Randy) Karst, Craig (Laura) Somers, Connie (David) Potter,
Jason (Lisa) Somers, Jessie Dumelie, Carley Panzer, Noel Panzer, Aaron, Evan, Colin Schnor;
Great-grandchildren, Kimberly and Mathew Rayner, Reid and Taylor Karst, Brady Potter, Olivia and Ethan Somers, Isabella and Oscar Panzer, Cameron Panzer, and Brooklyn Schnor.
Thanks to the Grasslands Health Center for the excellent care of Mom, and to Gary and
Anette at Ross Funeral Service.
A Graveside Service at the Rockglen Cemetery and luncheon will be held at a later date. An online book of condolences may be signed at www.rossfuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruby Panzer
24 Entries
Penny & Bruce Anderson
November 12, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Auntie Ruby was a very special lady. I loved listening to all her stories and the laughter we shared during visits. So glad we were able to share her 90th birthday this past summer with everyone. She will be greatly missed.
Marilyn Wilson
November 3, 2014
Ruby was such a wonderful person and great cook. She was so good to me when I boarded with her. I had a terrific visit with her this summer. My thoughts go out to her family and many friends.
Aaron Mielke
October 31, 2014
Spent many days in Aunt Ruby's home with cousins. She was a generous, kind hearted woman. Thinking of you all."
Wendy &Al Shkuratoff
October 31, 2014
Our sincerest sympathies to the family. Auntie Ruby was a real gem and I will miss her terribly. Loved her humour and she was pretty much game for anything.
She said what she meant and meant what she said. There was always laughter, music and food when the families gathered. So many memories to cherish... Thank You Auntie Ruby for being such a special person in our lives!
Noel Panzer
October 30, 2014
I think back to all the family visits to Rockglen to visit grandma. Some of my favorite times. She will live forever in our stories. Love you grandma. Rest in peace.
Millie Bakke
October 30, 2014
Love and prayers for Ruby's family.She was always cheerful and genuine and she was loved by so many.I'm so glad I was able to visit her this past summer.
God bless Millie Bakke Saskatoon,SK.
Marilyn Remoue
October 30, 2014
I so loved being one of Ruby's many caregivers at Grasslands. Her cooperativeness, honesty and humor made her a pleasure to be around. She was truly ready to enter into her new "life" and for that we feel compassion and relief when her wish was granted. For family left behind there is sadness and you will forever miss your Mom and Granny. A special lady like her must be leaving behind a host of beautiful memories to hold on to!
Donna Berg
October 30, 2014
Aunt Ruby was a very special and wonderful lady!! She will me deeply missed and has left us all wonderful warm memories.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Hugs R.I.P. Aunt Ruby...I'm going to miss your Christmas cards, I looked forward to that every year, you will always have a special place in my heart <3...
Sandi & Dale Paschinski & Family
October 30, 2014
My deepest condolences to the family, I was so glad I made the time to spend some time with Auntie Ruby right before her 90th Birthday. I will always remember the Kanten Family gatherings we use to have almost every weekend, just like they were yesterday. Those were the best times! I know there will be a seat waiting for her at Auntie Eunice's and dad's table.
Cindy
October 29, 2014
I'm so sorry Sue. Your Mom was lucky to have you close by and I know you will miss her. Hang onto all of those good memories.
Love,
Carley Panzer
October 29, 2014
Love you so much, Gramma.
Brenda Buller
October 29, 2014
She was a special lady who will be dearly missed. Rest in peace Aunt Ruby.
Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Love,
Brenda, Mark and family
October 29, 2014
Gerald and Margiena Bloom. Crow oregon.
October 29, 2014
Our condolences for your loss.
Heaven now has another Angel. Blessings.
Ron and Lynda Ekdahl
Dwight Thompson
October 29, 2014
My deepest Sympathy to all of Ruby's family.
Lauraine & George Tucker
October 29, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to all of Ruby's family. She will be missed.
Lauraine,George & family
Eddra Colosimo
October 28, 2014
Have a wonderful Journey.may God lift you up and fly you home.My condolences too all her family...God Bless you all
Rhoda Knoss
October 28, 2014
condolences to all of Ruby Panzers family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Dave,Pearl and family
October 28, 2014
Our sincerest of sympathies to you!!! Ruby was s kind and genuine lady. She will be missed!!!
October 28, 2014
So sorry for your loss.
Lotte and Bill waiting
Reg & Terry Nelson
October 28, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Ruby's passing. Please accept our sincerest sympathies.
Valda Craig
October 28, 2014
So sorry to hear of Ruby's passing. Loved that lady....so cheerful always. We were blessed to have her in our family.
Ernie and Anita Fisher
October 28, 2014
Sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time !!
Phyllis Rathwell
October 28, 2014
Our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you all.
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