Ruth Ann Martens
December 28, 1942 – May 7, 2018

Ruth Ann (nee Falk) Martens of Bethany Pioneer Village, Middle Lake, SK, (and formerly of Hanley, SK), passed away peacefully on Monday, May 7, 2018, at Humboldt District Hospital, Humboldt, SK.  Ruth was born on December 28, 1942, to Mary (nee Woelk) and Jacob H. Falk at Saskatoon, SK.  She was the youngest of two children.  Ruth grew up just south of Dundurn on a small farm, and attended Dundurn School up to Grade 10.  She went on to complete her high school education at Rosthern Junior College and obtained her Teacher’s Certificate in Saskatoon.  She taught elementary school in Dundurn and Hanley. It was during that time that Ruth met her husband Eric.  They were married on July 10, 1965, and made their home in Hanley.  They had two daughters.  Sadly, on August 24, 1981, Eric passed away.  Ruth worked very hard to support her small family.  She was independent, organized and a whiz with numbers. In 1992, Ruth moved to Saskatoon to be closer to her mom and her work.  While living in Saskatoon, Ruth had numerous jobs and in 2005, she retired from Royal University Hospital.  During her retirement, she enjoyed travelling, crafting, baking and spending time with her family.  In 2012, Ruth moved to Humboldt and two years later, as her health deteriorated, she moved to Bethany Pioneer Village.  She loved being by the lake and could hardly wait until spring arrived so she could go out on her scooter to enjoy the beautiful scenery.  She especially loved visiting at the park’s concession and was often spotted enjoying her favorite treats.  Ruth is lovingly survived by her two daughters: Jackie Martens (George Lawrence) of Hanley, SK, and Bonnie (Derek) Kolbeck and three beloved grandchildren, Matthew, Madison and Sydney, all of Lake Lenore, SK; her brother, Walter (Elvera) Falk; and by brothers-in-law: Irvin (Ann) Martens, Victor (Louise) Martens, and John Martens.  She was predeceased by her husband Eric Martens; father and mother, Jacob and Mary (nee Woelk) Falk; and by her brother-in-law, Rick Martens.  A Celebration of Ruth’s Life was held at Birch Manor, in Bethany Pioneer Village, Middle Lake, on Saturday, May 12 at 3:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor John Rapp.  Others taking part were:  Matthew Kolbeck, tribute; Madison Kolbeck and Sydney Kolbeck, musical duet (Amazing Grace); and Derek Kolbeck, urnbearer.  Honorary pallbearers were residents of Bethany Pioneer Village.  Interment will take place at a later date.  Memorial donations may be directed to Bethany Pioneer Village, P.O. Box 8, Middle Lake, SK, S0K 2X0.

 

This Notice Is Courtesy Of
Schuler-Lefebvre Funeral Chapel - Humboldt, Saskatchewan
(306) 682-4114