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Esther Mary Radford

May 20, 2007


RADFORD (Burrell)

Ruth Mary


Born Ruth Mary Burrell in 1915 near Roblin, Manitoba passed away peacefully on May 20, 2007 in the Peace Arch Hospital. She goes on to join her husband of 64 years, Arthur Murden Radford, her son Herbert, granddaughter - Rhonda, brothers Charles and Herbert and sisters, Gladys, Alice, Margaret, Joyce, Shirley and Clara. After the death of her husband in 2000 Ruth moved to South Surrey, B.C. to live with her eldest daughter Evelyn and Bob Cockerill. She will be remembered by her children: Evelyn (Bob Cockerill), Surrey, B.C., Bonnie Cockerill, Campbell River, B.C., Ron Radford (Freda), San Clara, Man, Dan Radford (Vivian), San Clara, Man, 14 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 1 great great grandson and g.g. twins on the way!!

In her 91 years she was a beloved sister, friend, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother.

We will miss you dearly, Mom.

Nighty Shirty and God Bless


There will be a Celebration of Ruth's life Saturday May 26th at 1pm at the home of Bob and Evelyn Cockerill, 2261 - 168th St. Surrey.

If friends and family desire, a donation in lieu of flowers can be given in Ruth's memory to the Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock.