Ruth THORN Obituary

It is with great sadness that on August 31, 2025 Ruth passed away peacefully at Summerset Richmond Ranges care centre, after a long journey with Vascular Dementia. Adored wife of Derek for 43 years. Loved Mother to Maxine and Tom, mother-in-law to Greg and Mhilet, Grandy to Liam, Sophie ,Joshua, Rachel and Samantha. For those who wish to pay their respects, Ruth will be at Shone & Shirley Funeral Directors followed by a cremation at Gardens of The World. My heartfelt thanks and gratitude for all the wonderful carers and staff at Summerset Richmond Ranges who have helped me through this journey, you are all amazing. Please, in lieu of flowers a donation to Alzheimers Nelson/ Tasman https://alzheimers.org.nz/get-involved/donate/ would be preferred.