Obituary of Wilma Ruth Coombes

Wilma Ruth Coombes

(nee Richards)

With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Wilma Coombes on February 8^th, 2022 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville.

Wilma is now reunited with her beloved husband, Rowlie Coombes.  Loving mother of Wayne (Laticha), Gary (Tammy) and Dan (Sharon).  Cherished grandmother of Brianna (Kevin), Spencer (Keith), Mackenzie, Garrett and Aidan and great-grandmother of Penelope, Evelyn and Annabelle.  She will be lovingly remembered by the Richards & Coombes families as well as many friends.

Wilma was a long time member of Trinity United Church, an active participant in the UCW and was often found in the kitchen as part of the catering committee.  She was a registered nurse & enjoyed keeping up with her nursing friends.  The last number of years she called Bowmanville Creek home and enjoyed the many friends she made there.

A Memorial Service will be held at TRINITY UNITED CHURCH, 116 Church Street on Saturday February 12^th at 2 pm.  Attendance will be limited, if you wish to attend please contact the funeral home at (905) 623-5668 to reserve a space between the hours of 9 – 4.  Double vaccination is required to attend.  The service will be livestreamed, please follow the link below.  Cremation will take place with interment at Bowmanville Cemetery.  Arrangements entrusted to NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville.  Memorial Donations may be made to Diabetes Canada.  

https://youtu.be/x3qPDwv7-WI