Ruth Thomas

In the early hours of Sunday April 7^th we were again reminded how quick this wonderful experience we call life can take a turn. Jessie Ruth Thomas (nee Fry) passed suddenly in Clarenville NL at the age of 80. Predeceased by her Husband Douglas Thomas of Hodges Cove NL; her parents Edgar Fry and Nellie Oldford of Charleston. Her brothers Harold (Violet), Phillip (Delilah), Calvin (Annie), and David (Joan); her sisters Margaret (Melvin) and Phylis (Brethal).

Left with her quick wit, kind heart, great sense of humour and a touch of temper, her Sons: Douglas (Melanie), Larry (Jennifer), Dale (Karen) and Eddie (Melissa); Grand Children: Mitchell (Jessica), Kody, Rachael (Daniel), Julia (Ethan), Caelam, Reilly, Malakai, Erin, Zaira and Great Granddaughter Anazaria; Also left behind two dear friends of recent years, Blanche March and Bertha Strickland and her special friend Gord Lambert. Family meant the world to our Mom, and Mom meant the world to her family.

Resting at Fewer’s Funeral Home, Clarenville. Visitation on Wednesday, April 10 from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. and at the Anglican Church, Hodge’s Cove on Thursday morning from 10 a.m. – Noon. Funeral service 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the Anglican Church, Hodge’s Cove with interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Hodge’s Cove. In lieu of flowers, donation in her memory may be made to the Clarenville Area SPCA.

Funeral service 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the Anglican Church, Hodge’s Cove with interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Hodge’s Cove.

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Tammy Letto says
April 9, 2024 at 8:08 pm

I’m so sorry for your loss Ruth was a kind beautiful person. Thinking of you all at this time.
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Charles &Marcie Barnes says
April 9, 2024 at 8:19 pm

Condolences to her Children and their families. R.I.P. my friend, your work on earth is done. God bless.
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Alyson Cheeseman says
April 9, 2024 at 9:44 pm

My deepest condolences to you all, sending prayers and strength to her family.
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Jamie stone and family says
April 9, 2024 at 9:57 pm

Our deepest condolences she will be dearly missed !
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Bertha and Andrew says
April 9, 2024 at 10:06 pm

Deepest Sympathy to Doug,Melanie and family as well as all Ruth’s family and friends at this sad time.Cherish her memory and all good times.R.I.P Ruth
Aunt Bertha
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Thelma and Gord Dennis says
April 9, 2024 at 10:54 pm

Thinking of all of you, Doug, Melanie and family. Sending love and condolences.
Aunt Thelma and Uncle Gord
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Joyce Snelgrove says
April 9, 2024 at 11:06 pm

My deepest condolences to Ruth’s family. She was such a special lady.
I remember waiting on the dock in Baie Comeau, the ferry was late, Ruth & Doug were there in their trailer waiting for the same ferry. They saw me there & came over to invite me to share lunch with them. We had tea, crackers & sandwiches & a few laughs. That was something I have never forgotten.
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Hattie&Gerard Newman says
April 9, 2024 at 11:06 pm

To the family off Ruth Thomas, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, we haven’t seen her in awhile, Myself and Gerard have been dealing with health problems as well. We would love to be there to see you all. If anyone is traveling and need a place to stay we would be only too happy to have anyone stay with us, If there’s anything we can do in St. John’s please don’t hesitate to call, Our phone number is 709 368 3683. I don’t have anyone’s phone number to call,but would love to hear from someone.. Love Hattie&Gerard.
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Patricia & Chris says
April 9, 2024 at 11:30 pm

Our condolences to all the family. We feel for your loss, and know that a powerful force is now missing from your lives. Our thoughts are with you all.

Farewell, girl. We’ve had a few laughs along the way, a few drinks, a few meals, some good times and some difficult times. We understand a lot of things about each other. We shared three wonderful grandchildren, so that has been our forever connection. Every now and then I’ll think back and smile, remembering some of the chats we had. Rest easy. They’ll all be okay.
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Wayne and Sharon Bursey says
April 10, 2024 at 12:06 am

To all of the Thomas family we send our condolences…. your mom , dad and all of the family have been friends of ours for years…RIP..Ruth….
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Dawn Smith-Skulski says
April 10, 2024 at 1:32 am

I’m so very sad to hear of Ruth’s passing. We were very close in years gone by, as well as being Family.
My thoughts to her boys, their families and her family.
Rest in Peace beautiful lady. ❤️
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Marie and Chris Obermaier says
April 10, 2024 at 7:20 am

To Ruth’s Family,
Our thoughts are with you. Ruth was a lovely lady.
We always enjoyed seeing Ruth when she came to visit Dale and Karen. We will miss her.
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Sean Stone says
April 10, 2024 at 7:25 am

I’m sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Thomas. She was a cherished member of our close-knit Guy St. community, and her presence will be deeply missed. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family and loved ones during this difficult time.
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  Dale Thomas says
  April 22, 2024 at 7:38 am
  
  Hi Sean
  Thank you
  She will be missed
  It haven’t hit me yet, it was so sudden. we are away and we did not get back for the funeral, Doug, Larry and Eddie had to take care of the funeral arrangements. I’m dreading going to NL this summer
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Sylvia and Leonard Mackey says
April 10, 2024 at 9:42 am

Deepest sympathy to the Thomas family and all extended family. Her children and grandkids were her life and she was so loved by so many. Doug Larry Dale and Eddie and families hold on to the memories as there are many I’m sure . Ruth was a beautiful soul and had a big heart. She will be missed by many. God bless you all love you all. Hugs
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Carla Winsor says
April 10, 2024 at 9:52 am

So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. My deepest condolences to Ruth’s entire family.
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Gloria C Marshall says
April 10, 2024 at 10:15 am

Our moms were cousins (Florence Frye Tobin) and we met Doug & Ruth many years ago with our Mom & Dad. We also met some of you boys at various times. Take comfort that your parents are together again and will continue to love you from a different place. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful Mom. Gloria Tobin Marshall & Harold Marshall
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Jean and Rennie Drover says
April 10, 2024 at 10:17 am

Thinking of you at this sad time and remembering all the happy times we spent together in Labrador city.
Please accept our Deepest sympathy
Rennie and Jean Drover
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Mildred and Alfred Prince says
April 10, 2024 at 10:40 am

We extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your dear Mom, Mother-in -Law, Grandma, Great Grandma. She is resting peacefully with loved ones gone before and your many precious, treasured memories will always keep her close to you.
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Kimberley Devlin says
April 10, 2024 at 11:52 am

I’m so very sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. She was a lovely, kind woman. I’ll miss our little conversations on Facebook. I’m thinking of everyone who loved her. May she rest in peace with your Dad, Eddie.
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Bruce Winsor and Sylvie Tremblay says
April 10, 2024 at 12:03 pm

Sorry to hear about your loss. I have lots of good memories of Ruth and Doug together with my parents in Labrador City, playing cards or darts at home or in the cabin on the Ashuanipi River. Wishing you all the best.
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Evelyn & Cyril Fry says
April 10, 2024 at 12:11 pm

Deepest condolences to the Thomas family from both of us. She will be missed.
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marymcgrath says
April 10, 2024 at 12:43 pm

Sending sincere condolences to you all on the passing of your dear Mom. Remembering the wonderful times we spent together in Labrador City.
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Janet Goodyear says
April 10, 2024 at 2:29 pm

I have had a couple of trips to Hodges Cove over the years with Mom and Dad, Florence Frye and your Mom were cousins so through the visits we got to know both your Mom and Dad who were such beautiful people. I do know I met at least one of you but certainly can’t remember who. Our hearts go out to all of you, Doug, Larry, Dale and Eddie and all your families.

Janet Tobin Goodyear & Eric (Butch) Humber
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Pearl and Ivan Patten says
April 10, 2024 at 3:31 pm

We are so sad and shocked to hear of Ruth’s passing., she seemed so happy in her new home in Clarenville, so happy we got to see her just 6 months ago. Our deepest condolences to the family, we have wonderful memories of your Mom and your Dad in Labrador City. Cherish your memories., we will never forget your Mom., she was a sweet and kind woman.

Pearl and Ivan Patten
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Muriel Green says
April 10, 2024 at 6:07 pm

To the Thomas family and all the family of Ruth ,heartfelt condolences to everyone Hold close your beautiful memories
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Colleen MacNeil says
April 10, 2024 at 10:04 pm

Sincere condolences to the family on their loss of their beautiful loved one. I lived in labrador city and knew Larry growing up. Treasure the beautiful memories you all shared with her. May she rest in peace.
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Norma Hunter says
April 11, 2024 at 4:14 am

Sincere condolences to the Thomas family. Sorry for the loss of your Grandmother Rachael. Rest In Peace Ruth🙏🏻
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Keith Brown & Sherry Jones says
April 11, 2024 at 9:52 am

Dale, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
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Regis Whelan says
April 11, 2024 at 10:39 am

My sincere condolences to Ruth’s family and friends. RIP.
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Randy McGrath & Family says
April 11, 2024 at 4:56 pm

Sending you our deepest sympathy. Thinking of you guys.
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Kevin says
April 11, 2024 at 9:36 pm

So sorry for your loss my friends! Your mom was a great person with a whole lot of patience! May she rest in peace with your dad looking over you all as always! Hugs guys
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Heber & Sylvia Prince says
April 12, 2024 at 4:26 pm

To the family of Ruth Thomas, please accept our deepest condolences on Ruth’s sudden passing. We were cousins and grew up together in Charleston before going our separate ways, but she was always hanging out with my sister Ramona Bursey. I have some fond and wonderful memories of these times. RIP Ruth, fly with the angels, and your family in heaven.