Ruth Bode (nee Krischke) passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026 at the Village of Taunton Mills long-term care home. Ruth was predeceased by her mother, Dorothea, and father, Johannes Krischke of Germany. Immigrated to Ottawa, Canada in 1960. Wife of Hans Bode for 65 years. Beloved mother to Marion (Ray) and Michael. Beloved Granny of Bryan, Daniel, and Michaella. Ruth loved her family, nature, flowers, and birds. Ruth will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her.
A special thank you to the staff at the Village of Taunton Mills long-term care for their compassionate care. A private service will take place at a later date for immediate family only. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on the guestbook tab.
You may also follow the link on this webpage to make a donation to the Dementia Society of Canada in memory of Ruth. To notify the family that a donation was made in honour of Ruth, please use the funeral home's physical address or email address: tsapickeringinfo@mountpleasantgroup.com, this way the family will be informed of any donations made.