In Loving Memory of
Ruth Shirley Ann Hunter
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ruth Shirley Ann Hunter (known as Shirley) on February 28, 2025, at the
age of 81. She was predeceased by her parents Ivan and Marie Steeves, survived by her sister Aleah (Joe) Nusl, brother Kevin (Lou) and Brian.
Shirley was born in 1943 in Southern Ontario and moved to Alberta when she was six. She grew up in Travers before starting her family and married her first husband Ray, they had three sons – Steve (Anita), Jason (Colleen), and Brad (Michelle).
In 1982, Shirley met her second husband, and love of her life Gerald while working at a tractor dealership in Vernon. The two married in 1986 after moving to Barrhead, Alberta, where they built a house together. They moved back to Vernon in 2003 and bought 20 acres on Blue Nose Mountain, where they enjoyed their life surrounded by nature.
Shirley had a love for gardening, especially flowers, and she also adored animals, especially her dog, Apatchi, her cats, Goldie and Termite. She loved spending time with her family, and her sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her so much joy. Shirley also enjoyed country music and had many good friends through her life.
Shirley will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
