CROSSMAN, Ruby K.

Age 92, of Middle Sackville, and formerly of Ward’s Brook. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ruby K. Crossman on Saturday, November 27, 2021 in Arborstone Enhanced Care Nursing Home, Halifax. Born in Ward’s Brook, she was a daughter of the late Perry and Marie (Allen) Dowe. Even with failing eyesight, Ruby continued to knit and crochet items for other home residents, her friends and for the IWK Children’s Hospital where she sent finger puppets. Knitting and gardening were her two passions and she could name off any plant or flower she saw. Left to mourn, daughter, Geneva Williams (William), Ingonish; son, Jeff Crossman (Ann), Whites Lake; sisters, Leona Dowe, Ward’s Brook; Althea Legere (Pat), Enfield; Faye George (Willie), Rockwood, Ont.; Helen George, Acton, Ont.; brothers, Allan (Judy), Ward’s Brook; Kenny (Carol), Diligent River; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Culton in 2018; son, Danny; sisters, Vivian Duguay and Marion Legere; brothers, Isaac, Sterling, Wilson, Perry. In keeping with Ruby and Culton’s wishes, a combined funeral service will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, December 3rd in Smith’s Funeral Home, Parrsboro, Pastor Douglas Lake officiating. Burial in Riverbank Cemetery, Port Greville. In keeping with COVID-19 mandated restrictions, all people attending the funeral or graveside services will be required to provide ‘Proof of Double Vaccination’ and valid ID in order to attend, and masks must be worn at all times. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Ruby’s doctor, Dr. Harris Crook's for continuing her patient care, even though he had retired. Arrangements entrusted to Smith’s Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Online condolences at: www.smithsfuneralhome.com