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Ruby Whitley Obituary

Ruby L. Whitley BUTLER, Ga. - Ruby L. Whitley, 73, formerly of Mauk, Ga., passed away Monday, Sept. 7, 2009. Mrs. Whitley was the mother of Carey E. Whitley of Smithfield, and is also survived by a daughter and three grandchildren. The family will receive friends today, Sept. 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Edwards-McLeighton Funeral Home, Butler, Ga. A service celebrating Ruby's life will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, in Mauk Baptist Church. Burial will follow. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 6350 Center Drive, Suite 102, Norfolk, VA 23502 or to Zion United Methodist Church, Bell Choir, P.O. Box 240, Seaford, VA 23696. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield, and Edwards-McLeighton Funeral Home, Butler, Ga.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 9, 2009.

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Susan Shaw

September 11, 2009

Carey,
We were so sorry to hear about your mother. Hoping your family and friends will get you through this difficult time.

September 10, 2009

September 10, 2009

Cheryl,
Our prayers are with you during this time.
Merle & Gary Pitts

September 9, 2009

Cheryl,
We are thinking of you and the family at this time. Our sympathy and love,
Kathy Jenkins Manley
Roxane Jenkins Day

Pam McCullars Greene

September 9, 2009

Carey & Cheryl
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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