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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 6, 2009.

GRUBBS, Ruth Vernon Johnson, 88, of Goochland, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie C. Grubbs; and son, Robert Joseph Grubbs. She is survived by her grandson, Robby "R.J." Grubbs and wife, Sarah; and great-grandchildren, Simone and Christian. She retired from the Commissioner of Revenue's Office. She was a charter member of the Goochland Historical Society, president of the Goochland Cancer Board, a member of the American Cancer Society and Golden Ages at Perkins Baptist, a volunteer reader and tutor for Goochland and Byrd Elementary Schools, secretary of the Friends of the Goochland Library, and the Othma Homemaker's Club, and a member of the Goochland Women's Club and volunteer for Hadensville Fife Women's Auxiliary, and a tour guide for the Governor's Mansion for 17 years. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and acting organist for many years. She was a faithful servant to her Lord and Savior, church, and community. Remains rest at the Norman Funeral Home, Goochland, Va., where family will receive friends on Friday, November 6, 2009 from 12 to 2 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 28 Cameron Street, Columbia, Va. at 11 a.m. Interment at Forest Grove Christian Church, 3885 Hadensville Fife Rd., Hadensville, Va. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the American Cancer Society.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Shauna Sprouse

November 6, 2009

I can distinctly remember the look on my son's face when I asked him about the lady who read to his class at GES. And then when I told him she took aerobics with me, he was sure I was fibbing to him - Ruth's time with the youth of Goochland was a great joy to her. Cancer had quite the adversary in Ruth, she worked with multiple Relay for Life teams to raise awareness and funds for the fight - a true example of a Survivor and Caregiver. Thank you, Ruth, for your time and life lessons, and for making ALL of us dance in aerobics.

Shauna Sprouse

November 6, 2009

I remember how surprised my son was when he realized the lady who read to his class at school was in my aerobics group. Ruth knew him and relayed stories of her classroom time. She was quite an adversary of cancer - working with multiple Relay for Life teams to reaise money and awareness - a true survivor. Thanks, Ruth, for sharing and teaching us so much.

Sandra Pleasants

November 6, 2009

My condolences for her family.
I remember Mrs. Grubbs from my
day of working at the courthouse in the 70's . she was always so much fun. She will be missed. may your memories of her help you thru
this.

Nancy Salmon Denby

November 6, 2009

Robbie and Family~
I'm so sorry to learn of your Grandmother's passing. Even though I hadn't seen Ruth in recent years, she was my friend. I rode to work to the Courthouse with Ruth for several years while living at Sandy Hook. I know she and my Mother, Gloria Salmon, went to club meetings together and our families were friends. As a barber for years, my Daddy, Dick. cut Jesse and Robert's hair until he retired - perhaps he did yours too.

May all your wonderful memories enfold and comfort you in God's love.

Sincerely,
Ann Denby Bridges' Mother

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Shirley T Burke

November 6, 2009

To Ruth's Family,

Ruth was a faithful participant in the Parks & Rec Aerobics and More class. She made us laugh and she was an encouragement because of all she was involved in. We love Ruth and will miss her.

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