Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Ruby Shields Obituary
Ruby Lee Shields was born July 26, 1950 in Vicksburg, Miss., to the union of Nancy and William Shields. In 1952, she, along with her family, moved to Vallejo, Calif.
She accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and joined with the Union Baptist Church. In December 1988, she re-dedicated her life to the Lord and became a faithful member of the Old Path COGIC until she departed this life.
Ruby was a Certified Nurse Assistant and worked for more than 20 years in that profession.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Annie Shields; and brothers, William Shields-Davis, Walter Robert Gadson, John Thomas Shields and Rev. Isaac Anderson Jr..
She leaves to mourn, one son, Lloyd Franklin Jr. of Vallejo; one sister, Odessa Pinnock of Fairfield; three brothers, George (Loretta) McClain of Vallejo, Gloster McClain of Vallejo and Pastor Vincent (Yvonne) Gadson of Vacaville; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A visitation will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. with a quiet hour beginning at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, at Wiggins-Knipp Funeral Home, 524 Capitol St., Vallejo. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 17, 2010, at Old Path Church of God in Christ, 500 Arkansas St., Vallejo. Burial to follow at Skyview Memorial Lawn, Vallejo.
Arrangements by Wiggins-Knipp Funeral Home, Vallejo.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ruby Shields
Naima
November 2, 2022
Miss you everyday Grandma Ruby, but I know you´re resting peacefully
Earl&Rosie&Saundra Lewis
September 22, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Olivia Austin
September 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Fritz McClain
September 18, 2010
She is now our...(ANGEL IN HEAVEN)... I also miss all of you family and was sad to hear that Walter past away while i was gone, of course....HE'S OUR ANGEL IN HEAVEN ALONG WITH THE REST OF OUR FAMILY MEMBERS, whom have gone home to be with the FATHER. GOD BLESS YOU ALL....FRITZ McCLAIN. VINCENT, CALL ME AT 916-284-0927...WHATS UP BIG BROTHER GLOSTER.
Bonita Wilson
September 17, 2010
Bonita Wilson and Sons send condolences in the name of Christ Jesus for your Beloved. For every child of God brings the light of the goodness for all who believe that Jesus is Lord. Wordship God with Grace as your lightness is good to the Hand Maker.
Betty, Brenda & Harold Calhoun
September 17, 2010
The Calhoun family would like to express our deepest sympathy to the family of Ruby Shields. We all grew up in Floyd Terrace with the family and will remember her fondly. Please know that you are in our prayers.
R.I.P. Sister Ruby.
September 16, 2010
The Shields Family, sorry to hear about your loss Ruby was such a wonderful and sweet person, always with a beautiful smile, I extend my sympathy and prayers to you. High School Classmate Noel Butts McGarter.
chantile lewis
September 15, 2010
To be absent from the body, is to be present with the lord,, I will miss her beautiful smile, and eyes as brite as sunshine, Ive known ms ruby all my life as my family, The sweetest somebody i know,,chantile lewis.
Pastor Tobias & Miss'y Valerie Hawkins, and Family
September 15, 2010
Sis. Ruby was one of the sweetest saints i ever met. She was always very encouraging and she always had a beautiful smile. Another soldier has gone home to be with the Lord. Sis. Ruby will be sorely missed by all.
Delores Mukes
September 15, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Teressa Mukes Smith
September 15, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
CYNTHIA BROWN-SIMS
September 15, 2010
DESSA AND GLOSTER AND REST OF FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF RUBY'S PASSING. BUT WE DO KNOW WHERE SHE HAS PASSED TO. WE GO BACK SO MANY MANY MANY YEARS. THIRD GRADE TO BE EXACT. LOVE YOU GUYS
Joyce Thrower
September 15, 2010
Sending Prayers and Love to the family during this difficult time.
Rev Doug Northrip
September 15, 2010
Ruby was a fun to work with, always and looking out for her patient’s needs with a smile. She was a friend.
Pauline Jefferson-Mathis
September 15, 2010
To the Family and friends; I am offering my condolences in this sad time. May GOD Bless You All!!
September 15, 2010
To the shields family just know that we are praying for you guys and just to let you know god makes no mistakes she had an appointment that she could not cancel and God said come my child its time to come home know.
The Marina Vista Staff
Mario Gray
September 15, 2010
Ruby, what can I say, you made everyone around you a better person, your smile and beautiful eye's said it all to those who knew you !THANK YOU for being a great WOMAN & MOTHER ! My Mom has the best FRIEND in YOU, we all have a GREAT FRIEND in YOU! Thanks to your family for letting us have a part of YOU.
Wiggins-Knipp Funeral Home
September 14, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Showing 1 - 19 of 19 results
Make a Donation
in Ruby Shields's name
Memorial Events
for Ruby Shields
How to support Ruby's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Ruby Shields's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
