
Fiander; Gladys “Ruth”, age 105, of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 22nd, 2016, in Queens Manor, Liverpool.
Born in Summerville Center, she was a daughter of the late Bertram and Carrie (MacGowan) Huskins.
In the 1950’s, she started up her own business selling Tupperware, helping host parties and also selling from her own home. Ruth graduated from Vocational School in Halifax with her Secretarial Diploma. She then worked as a sales clerk for Zellers for a few years. She later went to work at Dalhousie University working in the library and then the university archives before retiring in 1967. She was a member of Summerville Christian Church, Disciples of Christ and a Charter Member and Past Matron of Queens Chapter #34 of the Order of Eastern Star. Ruth was very crafty and enjoyed embroidery and rug hooking. She also loved reading a good book.
She is survived by her daughter, Anna Fiander (Les MacKinnon), of Dartmouth; her sons, Jim (Jean), of Liverpool, Paul (Sandra), of Halifax; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Arthur “Joseph”, sisters, Barbara, Constance; brothers, Harris, Gerald, Curtis and Winston.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., Monday, September 26th, 2016,with an Order of the Eastern Star Memorial Service at 7:00 p.m. and a Celebration of Ruth’s Life will be held on Tuesday, September 27th, 2016, at 11:00 a.m., followed by a reception, all from Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Reverend Judy Cross and Reverend Russell Prime officiating. Burial will be in the Laurel Hill Cemetery, Port Mouton. Family flowers only, donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada or to Summerville Christian Church, Disciples of Christ. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
Offer Condolence for the family of Fiander; Gladys “Ruth”

Nancy Anthony
Jim and Jean and families of Mrs. Fiander: My condolence to you on the passing of your Mother. She certainly lead a good life and a long one. Nancy
Grace (Hupman) Robinson
To all of Ruth’s family, I would like to express my condolences. Ruth was a part of my growing-up years, and a valued member of the church. I recall many Sundays, sitting beside the three windows at the church, while she taught our Sunday School class. She was a lovely lady.
David &Judy Whynott of mersey point
Condolences to Jim and family on their loss .Bless you all at such a sad time.
Danielle Lepine
My many prayers and condolences are expressed for all who are grieving the loss of my Great Grandmother. Though we can’t be there in the flesh we are there in spirit and prayers.
May light perpetual shine upon her.
Much love,
Danielle Lepine and family.
David Whynot
Jim and Jean sorry to hear of your mother,s passing she certainly lead a good life and long life and a long one my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time
Robert & Sally Fader
To the Fiander family:
Sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom.
Willena Campbell
Dear Anna and Family – I am saddened to read this morning that your Mom passed away and am sending along my sincere sympathy. Unfortunately, I am here in CB and I will not be get to the funeral, but I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers this weekend. Moms are precious and I know how much you will all miss her, but I am sure you have lots of memories that bring smiles to your faces. With love and prayers, Willena
Betty Sutherland
My sincere condolences, Anna, on your mother’s death. I hadn’t realized that she worked at the Dal library and the university archives. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Betty
Alana Fiander
This video slideshow was absolutely breathtaking. Brought back a lot of fond childhood memories. I loved seeing the photos of her with her husband in black and white- very moving.
Thoughts are with you all back home- sending my love. Xoxo
John and Donna Murray
Sincere condolences to the Fiander family on the loss of Ruth Fiander. A long life which produces many memories. Our thoughts are with you.
John and Donna Murray
Ronnie and Barbara Burns
Jim and family,
Sending our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mom…how lucky to have her for so long…may you be comforted by many wonderful memories, and the love and support of family and friends at this difficult time.
Bruce and Charlene White
Our sincere condolences are extended to the Fiander family.
Audrey McKinnon
Dear Jim and Jean
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you
and your family. Audrey McKinnon
Carla Whynot
Jim, Jean and families,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences to all your family.
David Porteous
To Anna and family I wish to express my deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom. Such a long and productive life is truly a blessing worth noting. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Sandra Turpin
Dear Jim and Jean:
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Please accept my most sincere condolences at this very difficult time.
Leon & Norma Robertson
Our deepest sympathy for the passing of your Mother.
Leon & Norma
Linda & Robert Trainor
To the family of Ruth Fiander,
So sorry to hear of her passing. Living to be 105 years young, as her family, you must have lots of great memories. Take Care & GOD Bless each & every one of you. HUGS!
Bruce and Dale MacLeod
Jim and Jean, so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all during this time.
Greg and Brigitte Kinnear
With Dearest Sympathy for your loss. I(Greg Kinnear), will always remember Aunt Ruth for her kindness!
Gordon and Jackie Eisnor
Jim : Sincere condolence on the loss of your mom.What a great age to have attained.
Manson & Nancy White
Jim & Jean: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time.
Sincerely,
Manson & Nancy
Sterling Belliveau
My sincerest condolences to the family of Gladys “Ruth” Fiander on the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
With sincerest sympathy
Sterling Belliveau, MLA
Joe and Jean Fiander
Jim , Paul and Anna please accept Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Your Mother.
Lisa Fiander
I remember my grandmother’s box of rhinestone brooches which I thought were real. She would say it was “paste,” but that had no meaning for me. I knew she was a queen in disguise. I have learned from that and will keep trying to apply it to my life. Keep sparkling wherever you are, Grammy. I am sorry that we are all reduced by losing you.
Allan&Beth LaRocque
To the family’
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ruth was a great lady and she lived 105 years and will be missed by all who knew her.
Enid MacKay
Jim and Jean
Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are
with you and the family.
Enid
Jean Strum
To the Fiander family:
Please accept my sincere condolence at the passing of your mother.
May God comfort you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jean Strum
Margaret Paterson
Dear Paul,
My sympathy to you and your family on the death of your mother. She certainly lived a long and productive life. May happy memories keep her spirit close to your hearts.
Best wishes, Margaret Paterson. Ottawa, ON
Rev Dr Jennifer Garbin
Dear Jim, Ann, and Family,
So sad to hear the news of Ruth’s passing. We always had good visits together when we lived in NS. She was our longest living Disciple and it was an honour to get to know her at least for the short time we were there. May God’s peace be yours now and always. With love, Jen, Gianni, Rita and Victor Garbin
Norwood Whynot
I was very sorry to read about the loss of your mother, Anna. Just noticed it in the obituaries while looking at my cousin Bill Murphy’s obituary. Hopefully happy memories will see you through this difficult time. Best wishes!
Norwood Whynot, DFO Communications (retired 2007)
Annette Anthony
Anna and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Annette