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Ruth CONNELL Obituary
She was a native of Rowan County, N.C., and had been a resident of Newport News for 82 years. She was a wonderful homemaker and was of the Lutheran faith.
Mrs. Connell was preceded in death by her parents, Calvin and Rose Miller Shive; her husband, John; an infant son; two grandsons, David and James Kirby; a son-in-law, Norman Kirby; daughter-in-law, Joan Connell; and her sister, Allene Curlee.
Survivors include two daughters, Vera Kirby and Vivian Grant (Jerry); son, Robert Connell Sr. (Vicki); 10 grandchildren, Della Whitcomb, John, Edward and Steven Kirby, Robert Jr. (Mac) and Curtis Connell, Beverly 'Kitty' Crockett, Joyce 'Libby' Reed, Michael and Lisa Grant; 15 great-grandchildren, Christina and Jennifer Whitcomb, Meaghan and Erin Kirby, Stephen Johnson, Justin Kirby, Kelly Simonson, Danielle Connell, Hayden, Corey and Dustin Crockett, Mikey and Logan Reed, Rachel and Katelyn Grant; two great great-grandchildren, Cameran and MacKenzie Simonson; and many nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Connell was a wonderful, Godly woman, whose last days were spent praying for her family who were devoted to her. We will miss her kind smile and encouraging words. She was truly a Proverbs 31 woman, whose children rise up and call her blessed.
The family will receive friends from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 10, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 2:30 p.m. with the Rev. William Higgins of Weaverville, N.C., nephew of Mrs. Connell officiating. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruth CONNELL
April 15, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, she was a lovely woman.All my love and prayers for your family. If you need anything at all please let me know.Sharry Velasco
April 10, 2010
To dad and family .my heart and soul are with you during this time of great loss in our family .I only wish that I could be there with you ! I love you all . Curtis
April 9, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prays are with you and your family. God bless.
Danny and Nancy Harriman
April 9, 2010
Dear Bob and Vicki,
So sad to see the passing of this loving lady. You are in my prayers, Kathy Gray
April 8, 2010
Dear Vivian, Jerry, Lisa, Michael and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Mrs. Connell. You all did such a wonderful job loving her and caring for her! I will be praying for you as you face the days ahead.
I love you all!
Linda Lanning
Carol Casteel
April 8, 2010
Dear Lisa and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and I am praying for you all.
Much love,
Carol M. Casteel
April 8, 2010
Bobby, Vicki & Family:
Know that Bob & I are thinking of and praying for each of you during this difficult time. May your memories of your Mother (grandmother etc.) bring you peace and comfort.
Love, Bob & Pat Cropper
Dorothy/Jim McDonald
April 8, 2010
Vivian, Jerry, Michael, Lisa and the Connell family.Dot and I were very saddened to hear about mother, grandmother. Dot has many fond memories of Mrs Connell. Memories that will last for her lifetime. We are sorry we cannot be there with you or for you during this time, but please know that our hearts and prayers are with you. We, as well as you, can take comfort in knowing your mother is now in the care of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Saviour.
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