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Judy Ruben Obituary
Judy Marie Linkous Ruben, 76, of Fairlawn, Virginia went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 9, 2021. She was the daughter of Robert “Doug” D. and Augusta “Tate” O. (Tatum) Linkous. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother William “Bill” D. Linkous.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Happy and Selena Ruben of Christiansburg, Va.; her grandsons, Dylan Britt of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Kendell Britt of Christiansburg, Va.; one great-granddaughter, Ryleigh Britt; niece, Wendy Linkous Bertoli (Brett) of Lancaster, Penn.; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Judy was a graduate of Dublin High School and Radford University. She retired from the United States Army RDAISA after 37 years of service. Judy was a member of the Hokie Club and a Virginia Tech football season ticket holder for 33 years. Judy was a life-time member of Fairlawn Presbyterian Church, a member of the Presbyterian Church Woman, and Pulaski County Women’s Republican Party. She volunteered with numerous organizations, including the Radford Food Bank and the Radford Clothing Bank. She also supported the NRV Women’s Resources Center and To Our House homeless services.
The family would like to thank English Meadows of Blacksburg and Kindred Hospice for their care. A special thank you to Melinda Collins, Gary Graves, Bobby Bonds, and countless others at English Meadows-Blacksburg who over saw her care throughout her residency.
The family will receive friends from 12:00 until 2:00 pm on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford, Va. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 pm, with Pastor Allison Unroe officiating. Interment will follow at the West View Cemetery in Radford, Va.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to Fairlawn Presbyterian Church at 6900 Pulaski Avenue, Fairlawn, VA 24141, or Pulaski County Virginia Animal Control at 80 Dublin Park Road, Dublin, VA 24084.
The Ruben family is in the care of the Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory of Radford, Virginia. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com
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Cindy Wright
July 22, 2021
Judy was a remarkably kind and loving person. The love of Christ shined in her every day of her blessed life.
She will be deeply missed.
Bob and Gayle Miller
July 20, 2021
Sorry to hear of Judy's death. Treasure those happy memories you have of her!
Rebecca (Becky) Southern Graham
July 14, 2021
Sorry to learn of the passing of Judy. I was in the DHS Class of ‘63 with Judy. She was as sweet as she was beautiful. My sympathy and condolences to her family.
Kristen Zulkosky
July 14, 2021
Happy and Selena, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I always enjoyed visiting with her when she would come up to visit her big brother, Bill. My thoughts are with you!
Kristen and Andy Zulkosky
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Ryan Durham
July 14, 2021
Ms. Judy was the sweetest lady. She was a regular of mine at a restaurant I used to work at. She was funny, caring, and kind. She was loved by those who only just met her and will be missed in this world.
Sandy Dulaney
July 14, 2021
I WAS IN JUDY’s CLASS AT DHS. I ALWAYS ADMIRED HER GRACIOUSNESS AND FRIENDLINESS. THIS CONTINUED WITH OUR PERIODIC REUNIONS. SHE WAS A GENTLE AND DILIGENT PRESENCE.
Coach Lawrence Johnson
July 13, 2021
So sorry. Prayers for family. Had her in my government class. She was a very good student with a great personality . Enjoyed having known her . God has gotten a great person .
Danny Martha Ann Bishop
July 13, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Travis Dillon
July 13, 2021
My deepest condolences to you and your family Happy. I have many fond memories of your mom throughout childhood. She always treated me like I was one of her kids and I was always thankful for her kindness. May she rest in peace.
Shelly Hetter
July 13, 2021
Such a pleasure to have known Judy for most of my life. Prayers for Happy and the rest of her family.
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Jul
21
Visitation
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory - Radford120 West Main St., Radford, VA 24141
Jul
21
Funeral service
2:00 p.m.
Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory - Radford120 West Main St., Radford, VA 24141
Jul
21
Interment
West View Cemetery
Radford, VA
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