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BORN
1938
DIED
2009
Ruby Strawther Obituary
Celebration of life: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Mayfield Missionary Baptist Church, 2101 Amanda St. Interment: Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Visitation: You may visit Ruby noon to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, with the family present 7 to 8 p.m.
Survivors: Her loving husband of 53 years, Kelso Strawther Sr. She was a devoted mother to her children, Linda Deloach (Marvin), Charmain Gambrell, Latonia Donaldson (Frank) and Kelso Strawther Jr. (Yolanda); sisters-in-law, Everlena Strawther, Birdola Terry and Audrey Bell; brothers-in-law, Willie Strawther (Minnie) and Dorsay Strawther (Oleda); grandchildren, Christina Sanford, Kelso "Trey" Strawther III, Sherry Wilson, Robert Johnson, Ryan Alexander, Bryson Donaldson, Alondra Strawther, Seth Strawther and Isleigh Donaldson; great-grandchild, Landon Allen; and a host of other family and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruby Strawther
Marilyn Chavers-Ivy
June 22, 2009
Linda, Charmain, Kelso and LaTonia, I am so sorry to hear that your mother passed away. I know that this is a difficult time for all of you. Your mother was a wonderful woman and I enjoyed being in her company. My prayers to all of you and your father too.
Marilyn Chavers
Ruby Strawther
June 22, 2009
To the Strawther family, I was sadden to learn of Ms.Ruby homegoing . We shared the same hair stylist (Don). We were often there at the same time and it was a joy to talk with her. She shared her recipes and knowledge of life. A lovely lady. God bless you. Joyce Hines (Arlington, Tx.)
Sandra Davis
June 22, 2009
To the Strawther family, I was deeply sorrowed to hear about Ruby and due to being out of town I was unable to attend any of the services. Ruby will be greatly missed, she was a special lady, a friend to many and she always had a big heart when it came to loving and sharing with others. I remember the conversations we use to have about God, family, and friends. Her number one priority was God and her family. May the blessings and comfort of God be with you guys at this time of lost for Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. "He will swallow up death in victory; and the Lord God will wipe away tears from off all faces". Isaiah 25:8
Bonnie Green
June 18, 2009
To Mrs Ruby's family. Just keep on praying, for God never, never fails. Please know that you are in our prayers. From the family of, Sis Bonnie Green and the Sauls family.
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Barbara Session-Cook
June 17, 2009
Kelso and family. I was sadden to hear the news of cousin Ruby Nell's passing. I pray that in the coming weeks, God's peace surrounds each of you and comfort your hearts.
Daughter of A.D. Woodard and Christine Woodard, Dallas, TX
Bunny "Morton" Grover
June 16, 2009
Kelso, In quiet moments when you are feeling low, remember the special times you and Ruby shared and let those memories of love bring you comfort. I will always remember the good times she and I shared walking in the hot sand sharing the goodies from the "Crossroad Store". I can not be with you and your family today but my love sorrounds you all.
Your cousin.
QUINTELLA SPANN
June 15, 2009
Kelso, Linda, and all of the "Strawther Familt, may you find comfort and strength in all the memories you are left to cherish. May you be lifted up by all the words of comfort that are sent your way. God Bless you.
Lorenzo and Geanenita Kelly
June 15, 2009
God is able and he will not fail. Our prayer are with you and your entire family. Mrs. Ruby Nell Strawther was an awesome woman of God. She loved and deeply cared for her family and always put God first. She always had a smile on her face and something sweet in the house to eat. Keep all of the great moments that God allowed for you to have with her.
Carldine Coleman
June 15, 2009
I offer my prayers to the immediate family.God will take care of you.Iam blessed to have had Ruby(mom) enter my life.I will forever treasure the wisdom and generosity she shared with me. I will miss her.
Gennetter Burns
June 15, 2009
To Kelso and your children,we want you to know that we are thinking of you and praying for all of you.Noot knew the lord and we know all of you do ,too.So keep praying,and God will continue to take care of you.
Linda Strawther
June 15, 2009
To Kelso Sr,Linda,Charmain,KelsoJr,andTanya.Words cannot began to explain how we feel for the lost of your wife and mother.She was such a great lady,always kind and loving to me and my family.I've been praying that you will remain strong and find comfort in the Lord and the wonderful memories I know your family has.We love you all.
Barry & Joycelyn Perry
June 15, 2009
To the Strawther family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We share in your loss and we pray for your strength during this time of bereavement. Mrs. Strawther was our good friend and a very genuine and elegant lady. We will miss her funny demeanor and her serious words of advice.
We pray that God will ease your grief and plant fond memories of Mrs. Strawther in your hearts.
June 15, 2009
To The Strawther Family,
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart,lean not unto thine own understanding, in all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy path. My deepest sympathy to your family.I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Ruby a few years ago, and she was such a lovely person. God will take care of you.
Patricia(Sauls)Smith
Berdeen Rogers
June 15, 2009
Kelso, although I became acquainted with Ruby Nell through her classmates, I learned to love her like family and I will truly miss her from the Solomon reunions. Sorry we are unable to be with you. But know that we are praying for you and your family and be assured God will get you through this.
The Rogers, San Antonio TX
beverly turner
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 15, 2009
Aunt Charmain and family, our deepest prayer go out to you and the family. Mrs. Strawther was a loving individual with a radiant smile. She will be missed dearly. We will continue to lift you and your family up in prayer.
The Gambrell Family
June 15, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Fort Worth, TX Stella M. Williams
Peggy Curtis
June 15, 2009
May knowing you are in the thoughts and prayers of others help you and your family through this sad and difficult time. May you find comfort in the warm, loving memories you shared. With my sincere sympathy.
Kim Heerwagen
June 15, 2009
Kelso, I was so very sorry to hear that your lovely wife had passed. She was always so pleasant when I would call to tell you overtime. I hope it will bring you some comfort to know that absence from the body is to be present with the Lord.
June 15, 2009
We are truly sorry to hear of your loss. God will give you sustaining grace. We will keep you in our prayers. The family of Pearlean Baily Brown- Tennessee Colony, Texas - Mary Dennis, Reta Elverton, Elillian Elverton and many many more.
Ruby Lawrence
June 15, 2009
I will keep you all in my prayers.
Marquietta Jones
June 15, 2009
Our prayers are with your family. May you find comfort in knowing that she is rejoicing and singing praises with the Lord! We will miss Mrs. Strawther, her loving attitude, smile, and elegance will be greatly missed!
Be Blessed
Giselle Williams
June 15, 2009
Latonia, and the entire Strawther family, my heart pours out to you during this sorrowful time in your lives. Continue the love and the laughter that you all share every moment you're with each other. Mrs. Strawther I know will be terribly missed, but she's with the Lord so be comforted in that. My shoulder's available and my prayers are with you all.
Veronica Mason
June 15, 2009
To the family..My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sis. Strawther was indeed an elegant lady and had a beautiful spirit. I know the light that shined so brightly from her will be missed. May God continue to bless and keep you in your hour of bereavement.
Willie Estene Turner
June 15, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Bobbie & Rhonda Thomas Jr
June 15, 2009
Our prayers and condelences for you in your loss of wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to us all. Mrs. Ruby will be greatly missed. May God comfort your hearts as only he can.
Carolyn (Woodard) Daniels
June 15, 2009
We are never alone,God promised that He would never leave us nor forsake us. He knows that at such a time as this we need Him more than ever. God is only a prayer away...
Love you all
Robert & Juanita Woodard and family
Karen Welborn
June 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time of your life. Take comfort knowing your loved one is in Heaven rejoicing with Jesus and one day, you will join her there! What a day that will be! God bless you all... what a beautiful family Mrs. Ruby had... her legacy will live on.
LaDonna Rigsby
June 15, 2009
I will bless the Lord at all times for he is good.
I have such fond memories of Mrs. Strawther. Her presence and conversation was delightful, genuine, and sincere. Heaven must be rejoicing right now! My prayers are with you.
June 15, 2009
I was sadden to hear of the lost of Mrs. Ruby she had such a pleasant, caring and funny spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Joann Dickerson
Sister of: First-SGT. Ocie Banks
Ocie Banks
June 15, 2009
We are sadden to hear of your lost, Mrs. Ruby was a very friendly, kind and funny lady she will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love your friend ,
First-SGT.Ocie Banks
United States Army
Woodard Family
June 15, 2009
Aunt Noot, was truly an elegant lady. Her presents and her sincere heart were warm and inviting.
She will truly be missed by many, but never forgotten.
Her Nieces,
Ruby Huckaby, Francine Banks, Jeanette Richard, Annette Jones, and Joann Morrow – (Ted Woodard girls’)
June 15, 2009
No adequate words of comfort can relieve the grief you are feeling. But may the anticipated joy of our home away from home give you hope for the future and strength for today. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY. God really cares!
Love, Ossie Brooks
Joseph & Bertha Ruelas
June 14, 2009
To the Strawther Family we would like to offer our sincere condolences to you you and you are in our prayes.
Dorothy Reddick
June 14, 2009
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to be present in your hearts to ease your sorrow and replace it with sweet memories of your aunt.
June 14, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bobbie Patterson
June 14, 2009
I would like to offer my prayers to the family for the loss of a sweet, caring, funny, God-fearing lady. I will miss Sister Ruby....
Patrica Keys
June 14, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
ferrell valree perry
June 14, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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