Obituary of Ruth Margaret Conners

Conners, Ruth

(Retired Reg. N. – Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital)

With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Ruth at the Brockville General Hospital, with her daughter by her side, on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at the age of 96.  Much loved mother of Debbie (Roger) MacIsaac.  Sadly missed by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Erin MacIsaac-Shiell (Robert) and their children Mackenzie Ruth, Reid and Quinn and Sheena MacIsaac Smith (Eric) and their children Isaac and Arthur.  Predeceased by her parents Arthur and Rena (Soper) Barber and brother Kendall Barber.

Ruth graduated Brockville General Hospital, School of Nursing, Class of 1950. Following graduation, Ruth had a long and fulfilling career as a head nurse at the former St. Francis and North Unit Hospitals until her retirement in 1991.

Ruth will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family, friends and our community.

Sincere and heartfelt thanks to the nurses and staff on A2 in Brockville General Hospital for their loving and compassionate care.

A service in celebration of Ruth’s life will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls followed by a reception and sharing of memories in the Blair & Son Reception Centre.  Private family interment will follow at Maple Vale Cemetery.  In memory of Ruth, donations to the Smiths Falls Public Library, Lanark Animal Welfare Society (L.A.W.S) or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.