It is with deep sadness we the daughters of Alfred Ruecker announce his passing on Saturday, September 19, 2020. Our Dad passed away peacefully with family at his side. We rejoice that our Dad has moved on to his eternal life in heaven.
Our parents were lifelong members of Trinity Lutheran Church, Lemberg. Both were very active in the church with Dad serving as council chairperson for many years.
Our Dad’s love was farming and he was very successful at it. He still loved to hear about what was happening with farming. Once Dad and Mom moved into Lemberg, Dad was elected the Mayor of Lemberg and served for three terms/twelve years. He was a charter member of the Lions Club and gave back to the community any chance he could.
An amazing athlete, Dad passed on those talents to all his children. He coached many sports teams as well as enjoyed refereeing and umpiring for many years. Dad was even able to play with an Old Timers Hockey Team in Switzerland years back.
Dad is survived by seven daughters, sixteen grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his loving wife Hilde; son Darryl; grandsons Jason and Billy; and numerous other relatives.
We sisters want to thank every staff person at Balcarres Integrated Care Centre (BICC) for the amazing care that was provided to our Dad over the past three years. We know that his bright smile and kind demeanor will be missed by all who cared for him.
Due to Covid-19 we are only able to hold a private family Celebration of Life which will take place on October 6, 2020. We thank the community for their understanding around current restrictions for social gatherings.
Memorial donations may be made to Balcarres Integrated Care Center Recreation Fund, Box 340, Balcarres, SK S0G 0C0.
- Eileen, Sandra, Heather, Donna, Deanna, Shelley & Adriana
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