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Ruth ROUSE Obituary
Mrs. Rouse was born in Sewickley, Pa., traveled the world with her husband who served in the USAF and has been a Yorktown resident for 37 years. She was a retired registered nurse, co-founding member and Southwest Regional Vice President of the National Society of Registered Nurses and a member of American Nurses Association. She also served on the Advisory Board for York County Parks and Recreation for eight years, was a member of the York County Democratic Committee and the Virginia Federation of Democratic Women.
She is survived by her husband, Col. Lawrence M. Rouse (Retired, USAF); a daughter, Amelia Rouse Murphy and her husband, Michael; a son, Lawrence M. Rouse III and his wife, Anne; a sister, Anne Lang of Pittsburgh, Pa.; three grandchildren, Emma A. Rouse, Lawrence M. Rouse IV, and Madeleine A. Rouse, and many loving nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, in the Amory Funeral Home Chapel in Grafton, Va.; the family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Foundation for Cancer Research, 4600 East West Highway, Suite 525, Bethesda, MD 20814. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Jo Fox
January 24, 2011
I drive past Ruth's house and wish I could stop in and talk with her about politics, history, art, feminism, and so many other topics. Ruth was my neighbor and friend for over 33 years, and I have many good memories from the times we spent together. She was kind, generous, and VERY proud of her family. Amelia, L.M., her grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and her sister Anne all gave her such joy! Please know you are all in my thoughts. I can only imagine how very much you miss her.
Go Pittsburg Steelers.
Tara Davis(Allen)
January 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief May your memories bring you comfort
Your mom has been my neighbor for my whole life 31 years She knew me from the day i was born and then she got to meet my 3 kids and watch them grow She always said how happy and healthy they looked
It wont be the same with out her here next door
She will be missed dearly
Cathi Gray
December 29, 2010
Much love to Amy and Larry - my thoughts and prayers are with you. It's hard to lose your Mom at Christmas-time - it's been two years since Dad died on Dec. 17th. We have to be glad for their long life. Aunt Ruth was such a strong lady, but like Dad she fought until she couldn't fight it any more. I will always remember her fondly. All my love and prayers are with you and yours.
Sharon Felty Judkins
December 29, 2010
Amy and Larry
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. We have enjoyed knowing her all these years. My thoughts are with you. Take care.
Randolph Raines
December 28, 2010
Larry & family. So sorry to here of Ruth's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mabel & Randolph Raines
December 28, 2010
good bye aunt ruth. we all love you. bill sherman jr.
Carolyn Souther
December 28, 2010
Amelia and family, so sorry for your loss and wishing you the best. Love you, Carolyn & Carlos
Chuck Wilkerson
December 27, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. I have the nicest childhood memories of time spent at your house on Showalter. My prayers are with you all.
Gloria Fields Hopkins
December 27, 2010
Larry and Amy, I am very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Prayers are being said for your family from mine.
PAT STEFANOWICZ
December 26, 2010
AMY and LARRY, JR. i visited your mom in november and glad i did. altho she was weak, dolores felty and i were able to still get a lovely smile from her. i will miss seeing her when i visit the area.
i loved your mother........she loved you. my fondest memories of her were when we were doing for you during the high school years. what fun we had!
take care.
Donna Scott
December 26, 2010
I had the pleasure of living across the street from Ruth for 3 years. She was a great neighbor and she was very thoughtful. I remember my first power outage experience on the road. She brought me over flashlights. She was really a cool lady! God lift her soul and blessings to her family. Donna Scott-old neighbor
Cheryl Sonderman (former Parks & Recreation Mgr.)
December 26, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. I enjoyed working with her on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. She was a very active board member and her contributions in the development of parks and recreation services in York County continue to enhance the quality of life here and will do so for years to come. My sympathies are extended to her family during this difficult time.
Joanne Hailey
December 26, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family. I will always remember Ruth for her courageous battle and her friendlynes towards me.
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