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Ruth BENNY Obituary
Beloved wife of the late Ralph (Ashburton). Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Beverly Carter (Whangarei), Jeff Carter (Te Anau), and Stephen and the late Anne Carter (Invercargill). Much loved grandmother of Amanda McFarlane, and the late Harley Greenbrook (Whangarei); Monique Carter (London), Chantal McLean (Burwood Station); and great-grandmother of Emma; Zara, and Jack. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Sally and the late John Hannabus. Much loved Aunty of Tracy Hannabus (Bristol, UK), Lynn Cherry (Brisbane). Loved stepmum of Rowena Chambers. Special thank you to Sally for her unwavering support, and to the wonderful Wyndham Rest Home staff (Mum's "Angels") who went above and beyond. A private family service will be held at a later date. Messages can be sent to 126 Dome Street, Invercargill 9812 or to Ruth's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
Memories and Condolences
for Ruth BENNY
3 Entries
Monique Carter
December 16, 2024
The few words I write here can´t fully capture my grandmother, Ruth, or her amazing life.
Growing up, I honestly thought Gran was "Super Gran." She was the only grandmother I knew who zipped around on a scooter, and her English accent sounded to me like the Supergran on TV (which I now know was Scottish). It was a belief that was hard to shake when Gran, well into her 90s, mastered the ability to send text messages, before at least one of her children.
Gran was excellent at keeping in touch, and her letters arrived regularly, written with her signature blue fountain pen in handwriting that could sometimes be tricky to read. After I moved overseas, she continued her correspondence, sending me regular letters, newspaper clippings, and small items to remind me of home, such as cards from Weet-Bix packets, along with my annual New Zealand calendar.
I wouldn´t be where I am today without Gran. Her stories about growing up in England and her later year long adventure in the UK inspired me to move here and make it my home.
I will miss Gran´s warm voice, her humour, and her endless stories. I learnt so much from her from her including the difference between Cornish and Devonshire teas. We are all so lucky to have had her with us for so many years.
Sally Hannabus
December 14, 2024
Dearest Ruth...your extended family of nieces Tracy, Lynn (and husband James) your great nephews Max and Blane, and your great niece India will remember you with love, as their dearest "Ood"... who lived to such a wonderful age. "Rest in Peace... and Rise in Glory"..
Geoffrey Pearce
December 11, 2024
Mrs Benny (Carter) wa a major influence in my life as a teenager, when she taught me music at Ashburton College. and her husband conducted the school choir, and was also an oboe player, so I had quite a bit to do with them. The last time I met them was at their home, in what would have been probably about 1992-3 when they invited me for lunch at their home and we had a great catch up. I loved her sense of humour, keen musical powers of observation, and encouragement. She was a warm and lovely person. RIP
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