Ruth Louise Watson Henderson's obituary , Passed away on June 9, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario
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Ruth Louise Watson Henderson

November 23, 1932 - June 9, 2026 (93 years old)

Toronto, Ontario

Ruth Louise Watson Henderson's obituary , Passed away on June 9, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario
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November 23, 1932 - June 9, 2026 (93 years old)

Toronto, Ontario

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“My condolences to all of Ruth’s friends and family. Her love and music touched me and changed my li...”

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Ruth Louise Watson Henderson Obituary

Ruth Louise Watson Henderson, born on November 23, 1932, passed away on June 9, 2026. Ruth leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Louise Watson Henderson to pay them a last tribute.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her children, Karen (Christopher), Deborah (Peter), Anne-Marie (Bill) and David; her grandchildren, Laura, Duncan, Hadley, Cameron, Stephanie, Melanie, Jamie, Quinn and Michael; her mother Margaret Watson; her friend Jean; and her son Ben Heppner.

Crowning her lifetime of honours, she was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025 in recognition of her dedication and contribution to choral music.

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“My condolences to all of Ruth’s friends and family. Her love and music touched me and changed my life. May her music and memory live on forever and may Ruth rest in peace.”

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June 19

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Yorke Chapel
2357 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6S1P4

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June 20

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Kingsway Lambton United Church
85 The Kingsway, Etobicoke, ON M8X2T6

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