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1917
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2010
Ruth Reynolds Obituary
After a long, full and loving life Ruth Mae Olsen, Fell, Strong Reynolds passed away at a Fresno Hospital on Oct. 28, 2010.
Born March 11, 1917 in Port Washington, Long Island N.Y., Ruth was the youngest of five children born to Eve and Thomas Olsen. Ruth was preceded in death by her first husband, Herbert N. Fell; son, Herbert Jr.; and second husband, John August Strong Jr.
Ruth was a pioneer and paved the way for Thousand Oaks to become what it is today. She built the first automotive center and Taco Bell on the front part of three acres on Thousand Oaks Boulevard, she designed and built the house where she raised her three children and housed the Big John Strong Circus on the rear part of the land which is located next door to the Civic Arts Center.
Ruth loved life and children. She raised her children with morals and principals and often told them "Give me results, not excuses."
An avid reader, she loved poetry and art. She was a member of the Republican Women's Club and a volunteer at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley. Ruth was always a high energy person who loved being active outdoors; she walked or rode her bike almost daily. In the last years of her life she slowed down a bit when she fell and broke her hip at the age of 82.
She suffered a devastating stroke at the age of 84 requiring 24 hour care and was diagnosed with lung cancer at the age of 91.
She was courageous, strong and sweet through her long battle. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Special thanks to her caregiver Karen Young whose superb efforts and dedication significantly aided towards Ruth's comfort and overall well being.
Ruth leaves behind her husband of 17 years, Robert Reynolds of Fillmore; her daughters, Sandra Strong of Thousand Oaks, Linda Strong from Ojai; and son, John Augustus Jones Strong and wife Candy Strong from LaFaria, Texas.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 8 at Evergreen Cemetery, Los Angeles. The family requests that Memorial Contributions in memory of Ruth be made to The American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Reynolds
Love Is The Key Of All Things. . . . .
Ruth Strong Reynolds
December 4, 2010
Kevin Edwards
December 4, 2010
A Mother's Love Never will leave you, Mother's have the gift from God to love, and teach, and be strong for all that they come in contact with, especially our own weather they have our blood or just the breath of life, because of their love...every day most hours you hear, see, smell something that will be with you always. . .That's why you embrace her love, throughout the air that you breath.
. . .YOU NOW HAVE A GUARDIAN ANGEL, Enjoy each memory and embrace each time you think of her, she is closer to help you with your pain, because Love does Hurt, but it's a great big hurt. Your mother still loves you, she is with you all the time and everywhere...Really embrace those moments...
Wishing you and your family well in this time of pain...Kevin
Tom & Robin Bishop
December 4, 2010
Your mom was an amazing woman who played a big, big part in our livesright from the very beginning. Getting us off on the right foot, teaching us the value of a hard days work. She even attended our wedding, that'show much she cared about other people. We will miss her dearly and I'm sure you will too. It's been way too many years since we were all together on the road, but we think of all those Wonderful memories constantly. Hold all your memories close to your heart because then healing can start.. All our love, Tom & Robin
David Pugh
December 3, 2010
"RUTH"
(A Classic Woman)
You spoke truth to power,
small in stature..yet..
loomed tall as a tower
never condescending,
unrelentingly stalwart
A true believer of the eternal possibilities in life
A solid champion of "every man" in a world where results outweigh excuses.
Your keen eye, ever infallible.
As distant as a moon to a star or..as close as the space between applause
and performance..
A wonderful; treasure that I had such brief pleasure to know and be welcomed by,
to touch and be touched by...as so many of us did by this
wonderful "old kid"
God Bless You & Welcome You...David Frederick Pugh - October 30,2010
Jackie Monticup
December 3, 2010
She was an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind personality with a very unique outlook on life. I remember her standing in our barn upstate NY, dramatically reciting a lovely and poignant poem she had written, and just bringing me to tears. She had a sharp wit, a warm personality- and lots of great advice to share. Anyone who ever met her will remember her forever. John, you are a lucky man to have had such a great mom for so long. It's never long enough, though. Just know that yourfriends are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Doug Higley
December 3, 2010
A life well spent. Deep sympathies to all. She will be remembered in so many ways..if only for the joy the Circus brought, but from grateful hearts who knew her.
RIP.
Doug Higley
Ward & Chris
December 3, 2010
We extend our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear mother.
Our prayers are with you and your family. God Bless
Ward & Chris
David Pugh
December 3, 2010
Many emotions & sympathies from me to you..
God knows there's a ton of folks who have been waiting to see her again in the big Center Ring in the sky!!
Much love to you guys....Circusly, Dave
Alice
December 1, 2010
May fond memories bring you peace & the support of loved ones soothe your pain in the days ahead. With my Deepest Sympathy. Love, Alice
Bebe & Yoshie
December 1, 2010
May memories take some of the sadness from your heart & gently replace it with the warmth of shared moments & promise of peace to come. My arms are around you...Love, Bebe & Yoshie
Candice Strong
December 1, 2010
Nothing the heart gives away is gone..it is kept in the hearts of others.
Those we have laughed with,learned from,leaned on & loved leave us the Very Best Memories. May many happy memories replace the sadness in your hearts. May it somehow give you peace of mind & ease your sorrow too. To know that many thoughts & prayers are going out to you.
With deepest Symphathy in the loss of your Wonderful, Amazing SuperMom!!
Lots of Love to All, Candy Strong
Lois
December 1, 2010
Sharing your sorrow, words can't make your sorrow any easier, but tey can show how deeply others care. So very sorrow about your mom, if you need a shoulder, call me.. Love, Lois
Janet Hungerford
December 1, 2010
Your Mother Lives On In You, Hoping the legacy of love your mother left you will be a source of strength & comfort for you now. With Deepest Sympthy.
Your mom was a Great woman! She made you and the world a better place by being a Loving & Giving person. I will alwaysemember those Great Hot Toddy's...
Love your friend, Jan
Peggy Hickey
December 1, 2010
My Heart & My Thoughts are with you..There is a beautiful sense of closeness & comfort in a friendship of the heart. If I can help-just by listening or being there, please let me know. You're very special to me, & I care about you so very much.
Thinking of you as always & keeping you in my Prayers. Love Momma Peggy
Linda Adinolfi
December 1, 2010
God's arms are gentle enough to hold you & strong enough to carry you..when you cannot stand alone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. No words can express our sorrow in the loss of your mom. We know how much you loved her. Love always, Linda & Peggy
Johnny & Dee Hickey
December 1, 2010
With Heartfelt Sympathy In Your Loss, Wishing you Peace..
Our thoughts and prayers are always with you..We love you, Johnny,Dee,Bella & The Boys
Tammy Bitts
December 1, 2010
GodBless you at this difficult time, All our thoughts & Prayers are with you..
Love Always, Tammy, Jimmy, Patrick, Eddie, & Daniel
Doreen Hilliard
December 1, 2010
A Mother's Love is always with her children, May that love surround you now & bring you peace. With Deepest Sympathy..Love you lots & Always, Bubba & Aimee
Kathleen Caldwell
December 1, 2010
To Comfort you in the loss of your Mother..With deepest sympathy, Sincerely, Kathleen
Linda & Winton Edwards
December 1, 2010
In the loss of someone so special in your life..Warm thoughts are with you now & in the days ahead. Love, Ed & Linda Edwards
Eric&Lisa Bjourge
December 1, 2010
May memories come, may healing start,in time, may you find peace. With sympathy to you at this time of sadness..Love.Lisa,Eric,Kirby&Zippy
Ann & Joe Adinolfi
December 1, 2010
Wishing you peace in God's promise: We pray with you that your Mother rests in peace...With love & Sympathy, Ann & Joe Adinolfi
December 1, 2010
A mother's love is a special gift that will live forever in the hearts of her children.
Sincere Sympathy in the loss of your mother..Margaret Pfanner
(Reynolds)
Margaret Pfanner
December 1, 2010
A mother's love is a special gift that will live forever in the hearts of her children.
Sincere Sympathy in the loss of your mother..Margaret Pfanner
(Reynolds)
Jo Madison
November 11, 2010
"Trunk Up & Stand Tall"
Ruth was a Great Friend a unique beautiful woman, she will be missed greatly.
Rest in Peace..
John Strong
November 10, 2010
MY Friend,My Protector,My Mother,
Who gave me the greatest gift,
life & a Mother's Love...
Thank-You
Your ever-loving son,
John Augustus Jones Strong
John Strong
November 10, 2010
My Friend, my Protector, my Mother....
Your ever Loving Son,
John Augustus Jones Strong
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Karin Beverage
November 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of loss.
Chris Kelly
November 5, 2010
I am blessed to have know Ruth Strong and be able to call her my Friend. She is a wonderful influence in my life and will be dearly missed. Much Love. Thank You Ruth !
Peg Hickey
November 4, 2010
She will be loved and missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Linda Strong
November 4, 2010
My Mother, my Friend, My Confidant passed away on October the 28th 2010,
I loved her deeply; now she's simply gone. All my life I'd known that I was loved,
living in the circle of her arms, growing up in the warmth of her loving heart
I can't believe her love is not somewhere, so Strong it was, so much a part of me.
I need to say goodbye although she's always with me, so long as I still love you mom, you live on!!!
Your ever-loving daughter, Linda Suzanne Strong
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