Dearest Ruth, You are deeply missed and were one of a kind, like a rare diamond. With a colourful loving personality and catching smile. We will always remember all the Love, warmth and joy you spread. Everytime we see a catching smile, sisterly love, loving grandmas, the list can go on, we´ll think about you. Love you always, Your sister Cynthia, nephew and niece Roger Lundqvist & Désirée Lind

Rest in peace my sweet Adopted Mama xxxx Who knew that a box of chocolate was the beginning of this adoption process. I remember this day vividly. I brought my Dad in the lounge at the rest home to the happy hour that you all enjoyed every Thursday..I overheard you asking the caregiver if there were any chocolates? there were none. I didn’t forget because when my Dad heard you, he of course told me to buy some to give you. I did. When I came back you were in bed so I left the box of chocolate with the caregiver to give you, with a message that said enjoy! It took you a week to find out who left them for you as you wanted to thank that person. I continued to come back & you always greeted me with a smile so whenever I was there to see Dad I decided to sit and chatted with you because I could tell you loved to talk but no one to talk to. I remember that in a middle of our conversation I asked if you ate all the chocolates. I had to ask because I knew you still didn’t know who were they from ha ha. The minute I asked you turned & said.. oh they were from you? I only smiled & said well have you eaten them all? Then we both laughed! You said thank you so much, I feel guilty because I had nothing to give you. I said Mama I don’t need anything but little did you know, you gave me everything that filled the void that I’ve always been longed for, just to sit & chat with my own mum & spend quality time with her. That was so much more to me every day in the last 3 years than a box of chocolate! As our daily catch up was becoming frequent, you became so trusting of me to the point that you introduced me to everyone as your adopted daughter! It also came to a point that I had adopted both you & Papa (your husband) as my own adopted parents. I took that role seriously to this day. Thank you for everything Mama. Fly now with Angels. I can just see my Dad dancing while waiting for you. Please say hi to him & give him a big hug & a kiss from me xxx

Aunt Ruth was a joyous n lovely person to know.. Full of warmth n kind hearted... I knew Aunt Ruth through her son Sanjay but she knew my mom even before I met her. A strange world we live in. She will be missed. RIP

Aunty Ruth..the warm, loving, full of fun aunt! Your laughter, your sweet voice and generosity, your red lipstick! That’s how I will remember you for. Love you loads and the memories you’ve created for us will be treasured forever. Rest in Peace dearest Aunty Ruth and please intercede for us with Jesus and Mother Mary and all the saints in heaven. Xx Louise

What is the word mother-in-law without the hyphens ? Mother, whom we will always love and cherish until our life ends. Not everyone is Blessed to have a mother-in-law like mine, My mother-in-law lived a long life, But I wish she could continue living until the end of time. She never even once interfered with our lives or affairs, And never sided with or influenced my wife even when it was me that was to blame for our despairs. You don’t get to choose your mum and your mother-in-law comes to you in a trance, But my choice for both would remain the same if I had a second chance. God took away my mother thirty-seven years ago but Blessed me with another so good that I couldn’t ask for more. I believe that both my mothers are in a much better place today, Ruth smiling at us with her million dollar smile, while Claire intercedes for Blessings to to flow like the river Nile. Farewell my mother dear, Though we may still shed a tear you are very much with us in spirit, so we have nothing to fear.

Dearest Tammy, Cousin Cedric and family Vincent, myself and our entire family here in Perth send you our sincerest condolences on the passing of your dear mum, mother-in-law and grandmother. Our heartfelt condolences go out specially to Max, Ruth's darling partner of 58 years. May he find the courage and strength to be going with God's help. It was a beautiful funeral service. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers for courage and strength to bear with the loss of a beautiful lady. Ruth is in a good place and will certainly be looking down on you all, watching over you and guiding you every step of the way. With much prayers, love and blessings Your ever loving Cousin Alice, Vincent and family 🙏🤗

Dearest Max, Tammy and family Our deepest sympathy and prayers during the loss of our beautiful mama Ruth. It may be an earthly loss but she has gone to be with the Lord. May the peace and comfort of the Lord be upon all during this challenging time. It won’t be same without her. Just would like to say that we love you all and would continue to uphold you in our prayers. We love you mama Ruth. Your gentle and kind words, your smile will always be cherished.We will meet one day. Love you mama Ruth. Archana and the staff of Murray Halberg.

To Mascarenhas Family specially to Papa Max, My deepest sympathy for the loss of Mama Ruth. May the Lord our Creator accompany her in this new journey. May she rest in eternal peace! Love lots, Maricar Blancaflor

Dear Tammy and Cedric and family Please accept our deepest sympathies on this great loss of your dearest Mum. May her soul RIP. Lots of love and prayers Joy and Gilroy

Dearest Tammy Cedric and family May our good Lord give you HIS strength and grace to bear the loss of your dear mum...your mum was such a loving and beautiful women. Will miss her and her beautiful smile God bless you all.

I could not have been more happier to become part of the Mascarenhas Family, I was the luckiest girl in the world to have Ruth as my Mother in Law. Mum you were my rock when arranging our wedding. Thank you for our talks, for showing me how to cook your traditional food and for all the support, love, generosity and kindness you have shown and given to me and my family over the years. You made me laugh, smile and fetched so much happiness to our family. You worked so hard and have done an incredible job raising Tammy and Sanjay into the awesome people they are today. You should be so proud of them both. Well mum it’s time to say my last good byes. It was my honour and privilege having you as my mother in law and I am a better person for knowing, loving and having you in my life. It’s your turn now to be free, at peace and at rest. The world will never be the same without you in it but Heaven will be more beautiful. I am sure you will be engulfed in love and happiness by all your family waiting in heaven for you. Until we meet again lovely lady. love you and miss you already. Rest in peace. Good night and good bless. Angie Xxxx

Always smiling and sharing love. An aunt who will always be cherished for her kindness, good cooking and beautiful grooming. Rest In Peace Aunty Ruth. Our prayers and love to Uncle Max, Tammy, Sanjay & their families.

To Our Dearest Ruth. You were 1 in a billion Always making us laugh and smile We thought of you often Much more than just once in a while You were kind and caring Bold and daring Whether you had a little or a lot You were always giving and sharing Even though it wasn’t by blood You made us all feel like family You were strong and constant We flocked to you like gravity We still even now think about the food that you made It was so many years ago, but the memory never fades We don’t just remember the flavour, texture or taste But the hours and the love you mixed in with every baste You had a gift for making people happy, comfortable and calm With your manner, your smile Your personality and charm You will be missed dearly and daily by everyone you knew But it’s not just your loved ones left feeling blue Today the whole world is at a loss Because it needed more people like you. To Ruth’s family and loved ones around the world, we are sending you our love and strength from all of us here in the UK.