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Ruby I. "Gerald" Birge

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Ruby Birge Obituary

BIRGE, RUBY I "GERALD," 82, of Louisville passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 at Franciscan Health Care, with her loving family by her side.

She was a member of Valley Station Church of Christ and an avid U of L fan, "Go Cards!" She was preceded in death by her husband, Elston Birge; and one sister; and three brothers.

She is survived by her children, Lonnie Birge, Billie Birge (Linda) and Phyllis Vissman (Bob); grandchildren, Jeramie (Jamie), Dee (Chris), Ashley, Heather and Brandy; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Clarice Thomas (Carl).

Her Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at noon, at the Arch L. Heady at Resthaven Chapel, 4400 Bardstown Road, with entombment in Resthaven Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be on Friday from 2-8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to service time at the funeral home.

Please visit us at www.archlheady resthaven.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Courier-Journal on Sep. 9, 2010.

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justin gitschier

September 21, 2010

im gonna miss you momma

Love justin @ fhcc

September 14, 2010

So sorry for your loss, Pat and I just went through the same thing. It's hard but with Gods help we will get through these difficult times. Sharon, and Pat FHCC

September 11, 2010

Lonnie, Phyllis and Mike:
So sorry to hear of Aunt Ruby's passing. You are in my thoughts and prays. I truly regret that I am not able to be there for you but you no my sickness at home. I loved her with all my heart and will miss her. Kathryn Billingsley, Fountain Run, Ky.

September 10, 2010

Deepest sympathy to all your family.Ms Birge will be missed. Her chocolate kisses & she would always drink for me.
I will miss that smiling face. Sue(FHCC)

Carolyn Gerald

September 9, 2010

Deepest Sympathy to all your family on the loss of your Mom. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Regrets I can't be with you all.

September 9, 2010

You all are in my thoughts and prayers, as I know she will be greatly missed by everyone. Love Charlene G "Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord." Psalm 31:24

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