RUTH REBECCA CHOCHINOV (FLEISHMAN)

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RUTH REBECCA CHOCHINOV (nee FLEISHMAN) In the early hours of February 9, 2008, Ruth quietly passed away at Seven Oaks Hospital as a result of respiratory failure. Ruth is survived by her son Martin Chochinov of Toronto, as well as many beloved family members and friends. Ruth was predeceased by her husband Hymie Chochinov and son Stuart Chochinov, as well as her parents and beloved brothers, Hymie, Larry, and Sydney Fleishman, and sisters, Bunny Fleishman and Hinda Holt. Ruth was born on July 23, 1919, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and spent her childhood on Boyd Avenue in the North End. After graduating from St. John's High School, Ruth became a Registered Nurse which took her to Montreal to work for the famous neurosurgeon Dr. Wilder Penfield at the Montreal Neurological Institute. Ruth returned to Winnipeg after being offered a position as head of the women's surgical ward at the Winnipeg General Hospital. Soon after, Ruth and Hymie met and eventually married in November 1951. Stuart and Martin entered the picture and family life flourished. Ruth was a lifelong Mahjong and Scrabble champion who loved to travel, read, cook and put her feet up. Ruth was also committed to the Winnipeg Jewish community reflected in her lifetime membership and service with Pioneer Women. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, February 10, 2008, at the Chesed Shel Emes Chapel. A short interment ceremony was held at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery followed by the meal of condolence at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue. Shiva was private and mourners were encouraged to join family members attending daily services at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue. A special thank you to Bill Weissmann for officiating as well as for his kind words and advice. A warm thank you to the exceptional staff in the Geriatric Medicine Unit at Seven Oaks Hospital. Your service and commitment is inspiring. Also, to the staff, friends, and neighbours at Amber Meadows, including the wonderful home care staff - thank you for keeping Ruth safe and comfortable and making her feel at home. If desired, contributions in Ruth's memory can be made to either: Pioneer Women-Na'Amat Clubs, 1727 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 1Z4; Telephone: 204-334-3637 Or Friends of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 1560 - 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3B 3K6; Contact: Amy Browne @ 1-866-828-9209.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 23, 2008