Ian James Riddle Reath, of Lethbridge (formerly of Vulcan), was welcomed into his eternal home on January 29, 2021 at the age of 93 years. A gentle, kind man, who loved and trusted God throughout his life, Jim served others humbly, generously, and graciously, and brought out the best in those around him.
Jim is survived by his stepchildren – Karen (Peter Stock) Ruggles, Ken (Judy) Ruggles, Harold Ruggles, Jerry (Anita) Ruggles, numerous grand and great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, sister Mabel (Darryl) Maisey, brother-in-law Al Psikla and niece Suzanne Maisey and nephew Murray (Sherry) Maisey. He was predeceased by his parents George and Marion Reath, sisters Marjorie Psikla and Evelyn (Doug) Smith and wife Jean (Ruggles) Reath. The family wish to extend their sincere thanks to all of the remarkable staff at Lethbridge Legacy Lodge who consistently went above and beyond the call of duty in caring for Jim during the last 5 years of his life.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private family graveside service will be held February 4, 2021 at the Vulcan Cemetery, Pastor David Sarsons officiating.
Any tributes in Jim’s memory can be made to the Vulcan Church of Christ Memorial Fund, Box 484, Vulcan, AB T0L 2B0.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
We laid to rest the gentlest of gentlemen. He stepped up to be a father to my wife when a heart attack took her natural dad. What a role model Jim was! I am sad to have known him for only a short time, but I realize that only good things came from Jim and following his lead would be though, because most of us are just to selfish to pull it off. Farewell Jim.
PS: forgot to put a Western Producer on your casket, sorry for that!
My deepest condolences to the family. It was an honor to know Jim and with great sadness to let him go. We will miss him so much at Legacy lodge. Jim had a huge impact on the residents and staff around him. I have never met a man with so much patience, kindness, generosity, and humility. The last few weeks before his passing he was looking for his flower garden and kept asking for someone to take him to it. Well, Jim, heaven’s garden is now yours to attend too. I will miss you, my friend. My thoughts and prayers will be with you Karen, especially today, the day you lay his body to rest.
Love,
Janet
Our sincere condolences to Darrel and May. So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing.
Love,
Jack and Lorna