Ruth Elenore Wills passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, February 5, 2024, at the age of 85 years.
Ruth was born October 6, 1938, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan to John and Ottilie Bechtold. Our Mom grew up in a large family and extended family, including eight brothers and sisters. In her early years, Mom was known for her natural athleticism, and excelled at baseball, hockey, bowling, cross country skiing, canoeing, and hiking.
Mom was dedicated to her family and loved spending summers at the family cottage on Last Mountain Lake. Completing crossword puzzles, playing Uno with her grandchildren, and the tradition of enlisting her family in Saskatoon Berry picking brought her joy. Mom was an active member at Mount Olive Lutheran Church, where her generosity and concern for others included her commitment to making braille bibles, and various other church activities. Mom’s devotion to her children was displayed through her volunteer work at their school library, attending class trips, and being active in the Moms and Tots program with her grandchildren.
Ruth was predeceased by her loving husband of 57 years, Gordon Wills. She is survived by her two children, Darren Wills and April Wills-Sjoberg (Brent);
two precious grandchildren, Courtney and Ethan; oldest and youngest brothers, Walter Bechtold and Mike Bechtold; as well as many nieces, nephews, and
cousins.
The family wishes to extend great thanks to the staff at the Regina Lutheran Home, who took such excellent care of our mom, and facilitated ‘virtual hugs’ every
Sunday so that her children could be together with her despite the distance.
A Private Graveside Service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 2015 4th Avenue North, Regina, SK, S4R 0T5.
