Obituary of Ruth Ann Ament

Ruth Ann Ament (Richardson) after a strong battle with cancer, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones, at St. Marys Memorial Hospital on May 11, 2026 in her 71^st year.

Beloved wife of Larry Ament, married Sept. 5, 1975. Loving mother of Jennifer Ament (Jeff Inch), Kara Matthews (David), and Timothy Ament (Priya). Proud grandmother of Kendra, Kylie, Avyn, and Lainey. Daughter of Alma (nee Dixon), predeceased by her father Laverne Richardson and step-father Adam Coulter. Sister of Gary Richardson (Janice), Debbie Seiler (Terry), George Richardson (Karen), Robert Richardson (Jane), Laura McEvoy (Ray Hunt), Cheryl Penner (Harvey, both deceased), and Kraemer Coulter (Sharon). Ruth will also be missed by nieces, nephews and extended family members.

Long-time employee at Scotiabank, retiring from the Stratford location, she loved shopping, gardening, golfing, board / card games, travelling, going to the trailer and spending time with family.

Sincere thanks to the staff at CarePartners and St. Marys Memorial Hospital for their wonderful care.   

A private family funeral will take place.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Highway 2 Golf, 4744 Dundas St. Thorndale, on June 13, 2026 from 2 pm.

Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Diabetes Canada.