Dr. Ruth Mandel

It is with immense sadness the family of Ruth Mandel announces her passing on Saturday, March 29, 2025, with her family by her side. Beloved wife and soulmate of Joe Elfassy. Caring mother of Gabrielle, and Jordana. Cherished daughter of David Mark and Sonia Mandel. As a pediatrician at St. Mary’s and the Jewish General Hospitals, she had an immeasurable impact on her many patients and they families. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, felines, colleagues, and all who knew her. Special thanks to the caring staff of the Palliative Care Unit at the Royal Victoria Hospital for their compassion and kindness. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., Montreal, on Monday, March 31 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the Russian Polish Hebrew Cemetery (#1 UHC), de la Savane. Shiva at her home. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, (416) 961-7223 or (514) 255-5151.