Avril Hughes, longtime Riptide supporter and contributor, has passed away after a long battle with cancer. She died peacefully in her husband Ian Butler's arms on March 20. A memorial will be held soon. Details will be posted here.
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I just found out about Avril (Ruth) passing. I knew her and her brother Paul when we were teenagers in Winnipeg. Avril had a larger-than-life presence. Rest in peace, Sister. Condolences to her family.
Alec Friesen
Posted by: a.friesen | September 09, 2022 at 05:27 PM
A beautiful soul who will be missed. Her sunshine spirit will remain with us all. xoxo
Posted by: Deirdre | March 27, 2019 at 10:13 AM
We miss Avril. A sad loss. Deepest sympathy to Ian and family.
Posted by: Peter Loeb | March 26, 2019 at 11:33 AM
Avril was a unique, caring, and creative person. She was the mother of one of my second-graders years ago, but her memory stayed with me. My condolences to Serenity and Ian. I hope Todd is right that you are dancing among the stars.
Posted by: Carol L Stoddard | March 26, 2019 at 06:44 AM
So very sorry to hear this. Rest in peace, Avril.
Posted by: Philomena Hicks | March 25, 2019 at 04:32 PM
bye, bye Avril. I can already see you dancing
Posted by: todd bray | March 25, 2019 at 03:53 AM