Obituary of Ruth Arnsperger

ARNSPERGER, Ruthof Wiarton passed away on Friday, January 11, 2008 in her 86th year. Cherished friend of Ross Calvert, of Wiarton and dear sister of Rigmor Berg and Karin Marie Valmork both of Oslo, Norway. She will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews in Norway as well as her many friends of the Bruce Peninsula. Ruth was predeceased by her husband Orlo, parents and two brothers.Ruth was a well known artist and a lifetime member of the Tom Thomson Memorial Gallery. Her design of the cairn that now sits in Tobermory at the northern most point of the Bruce Trail is a true testament to her talent. She was also a lifetime member of the Pottawotomi Spinners and Weavers Guild. Ruth was very instrumental in introducing cross county skiing to the residents and children of the peninsula. Along with her husband Orlo, Ruth operated the Cliffside Resort for many years and hosted guests from around the world. She also organized many skiing tours from Canada to her native Norway.There will be no funeral home visitation or service at this time. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the GEORGE FUNERAL HOME, Wiarton. Donations made to the Tom Thomson Memorial Gallery would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.georgefuneralhome.com. I would like to Send Condolences Back to Notices Home | History | Services | Our Facilities | Notices | Contact Us | Links