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BOYER, Ruth (nee McBride) - Peacefully at Carefree Lodge in North York on Sunday, April 3, 2005 in her 87th year. Lovingly remembered by her sister Lois Bertram (Russell) of Thornhill, her brother Stan McBride (Berta) of Peterborough and the late Howard McBride (Jean). She will be fondly remembered by her nieces, Vicki, Cindy, Tina and Susan and her nephew Stanley, the late Grant and 8 great nieces and nephews. Ruth was proud to be the first woman lifeguard in Ontario. She was active in promoting opera by sitting on the Presidents Council for the Canadian Opera Company. She was a proud member of the World Federalists, an extension of the U.N., and the Monarchist League of Canada. Ruth was also a life member of the Royal Life Saving Society of Canada and a member of the United Empire Loyalists. Ruth's fondness for art was expressed through her many paintings. She was also an ardent fan of the National Ballet of Canada. At her request, funeral arrangements are private. Followed by cremation. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army. 4/6/2005- ID5941754 - Peterborough Examiner