On 4 August 2016, peacefully at Melrose Rest Home, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of John, loved mum of the late Heather, and Robyn, mother-in-law of Evan and Kevin, treasured nana of six grandchildren and four great grandchildren, also fondly remembered by Linda. A service for Ruth will be held at the Salvation Army Citadel, cnr 5^th Ave and Cameron Rd Tauranga, on Tuesday 9 August at 1pm, followed by private cremation. Communication to the Ashby Family c/o P.O Box 3136, Greerton Tauranga 3142