Of Dartmouth, passed away suddenly at the age of 96 in the VG site, QEII on Thursday, February 11, 2021. She was born on March 25, 1924 in Saint John, N.B. She was the oldest daughter of Ronald Herd and Theresa Gallagher. At age 9, after the untimely death of her mother she was raised by her grandparents. She had a lovely soprano voice singing in numerous choirs including musical concerts during WWII. She met her husband Howard Hastings while working at the SMT bus terminal and they married in 1948. Ruth was born in Saint John before they were transferred by SMT to Newcastle. David, James and Ann were born in quick succession; with raising her children, singing in her church choir at the Newcastle Baptist Church being busy time for her young family. In 1961 the family was transferred to Moncton. She joined West Lane United Baptist Church and was actively involved in singing, teaching, WMS and other church activities. She worked for Hofert Christmas tree exporters for many years. Following Howard’s retirement they spent 13 winters in Lakeland Florida enjoying many social activities. They also travelled to all US states and all Canadian provinces but Nfld. in their Westfalia camper van. Howard passed away in 2004, she moved to Halifax to be closer to her sons, joined the Dartmouth First Baptist Church singing in the choir, WMS (she is a lifetime member) and many social activities. Her Christian faith continued to sustain her through life‘s journey. She is survived by daughter, Ruth Smith of Red Deer; sons, David (Patricia) Hastings, Fall River and James Hastings, Whites Lake. Also brother, Bart (Marlene) Herd and sister, Colleen Justason; grandchildren, Mitchell (Dora) Hastings, Heather Hastings, Christopher (Isabelle) Hastings, Stephen (Sandra) Hastings; great-grandchildren, Marie, Elizabeth, Nelly, Tristan, Gwladys. She was predeceased by her husband, Howard Hastings; daughter, Ann Hastings; grandson, Jeffrey Smith and brother, Ronald Herd. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home. Due to COVID-19 restrictions a celebration of life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Dartmouth First Baptist Church, Meals on Wheels or charity of your choice.
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