Isabel 'Ruth' Ross
Please join us in celebrating Isabel 'Ruth' Ross's life
ROSS, Isabel ‘Ruth’:
On 30 December 2025, peacefully at Wairau Hospital. Ruth passed away aged 91, surrounded by her loving family.
Loved wife of the late Arthur.
Cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Craig (stillborn), Craig and Michelle, Jim and Marja, Fiona and Grant, Betty, Heather and Tyrone.
Adored Grandma to her 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Forever in our hearts.
The family wishes to acknowledge Doctor Rhondda Turner for her compassion and care of Ruth over the years and gives huge thanks to the staff at Wairau Hospital who took such beautiful care of Ruth during her final days. Messages for the Ross family may be sent c/- Sowman’s Funerals, PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240.
A celebration of Ruth’s life will be held on Thursday, 8 January at 11am at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Sreet, Blenheim.
In keeping with Ruth’s wishes, please feel free to wear bright colours to her service.
Unable to attend the service? Send a tribute to the family