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Eloise Ruffin Obituary

Elouise P. Ruffin NORFOLK - Elouise P. Ruffin, 82, went home to be with the Lord Sept. 2, 2010. She was born March 21, 1928 in Longburge, N.C. She was predeceased by her husband, George Ruffin; son, Ruben Williams; and granddaughter, Ebony L. Breckenridge. She is survived by her beloved children, Larry D. Williams (Regina), Diane Williams, Helen Roberson, Tawana Breckenridge; six grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bank Street Memorial Baptist Church in Norfolk. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Graves Funeral Home, Norfolk. Condolences may be offered at gravesfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 7, 2010.

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Delphine (McFarland) Freeman

September 7, 2010

Diane I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I too am grieving the recent loss of a loved one(1 month ago today). I have 2 shoulders you are free to lean on either one you choose and I know I can lean on you. Find comfort in knowing that your mother is with the creator. God will smile down on each & every one of your hearts to provide comfort. Keep in your memories the best of times that you shared with her. God doesn't make mistakes...it hurts now but when you are able to wipe the tears away and realize the great impact that she had on your lives and what you still have within, that you gained from her, then the only thing that should bring you tears should be tears of joy because she will forever live in your hearts.

BJ Williams`

September 7, 2010

May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. God be with each of you throughout this time of sorrow. Love to the family. Wish I could be there.

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