Peacefully at home on December 6th surrounded by family Ruth Carter passed away. Loving wife of the late Edward Carter. Devoted mother of John (Theressa) and predeceased by daughter Nancy. Proud Nan of Cathy Anderson (Alanna), Kelly MacDonald (Darren), Heidi White (Rob), Tyler Carter. Great Nanny of Christian, Riley, Carly, Brayden. Ruth will be dearly missed by her family and many friends. Visitation will be held at the GIFFEN-MACK FUNERAL HOME, 2570 Danforth Avenue, Toronto (located at the Main Subway Station) on Sunday December 10th, 2-4pm&6-8pm. Service will be Monday December 11th at 11am in the Chapel. Interment at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to SickKids Foundation or the Toronto Humaine Society.