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for Ruth McKinney
Mogan Jones
October 22, 2009
Chuck and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Ms. Mckinney's passing! She was such a dear lady in the few times I was privileged to work with her! She had a beautiful smile, and a great personality; she made me smile!
With prayers of comfort and peace,
Morgan Jones
Janet Gibson
October 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go to each member of Ruth's family. I have very fond memories of Ruth as a friend and a supervisor. She was an outstanding woman. I know she will be truly missed.
God bless all of you,
Janet Brown Gibson
October 19, 2009
Chuck and Family
So sorry to hear of your tremendous loss.The only solace in these kinds
of times is knowing that she is in
a beautiful and peaceful place. I
will keep you in my prayers. God Bless
Your friend
Jerry Abernathy
October 19, 2009
Raeford, Deloris, Chuck and families,
I will always be grateful to have known your mom. I never knew my dad, but I somehow felt close to him when I was around her. She was truely a beautiful lady. I will miss her also. I am so very proud that she was my Aunt Ruth.
Love, Tammy
Mark Pecukonis
October 19, 2009
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.
October 18, 2009
CHUCK AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR MOM. I ENJOYED THE TIMES I SPENT WITH HER,ESPECIALLY THE TRIP TO VEGAS. SHE WAS ALWAYS NICE TO ME AND I KNOW THIS MUST BE A VERY DIFFICULT TIME. I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS.
BRENDA GRISSO DAVIS
Wanda Handy Ward
October 18, 2009
I have many wonderful memories of Ruth and your whole family. Growing up on View Ave. was a wonderful time. Your mother was always so pleasant and kind. I know you will miss her and I hope time heals your pain.
Ron Lazenby
October 17, 2009
Our prayers and sorrows to the McKinney Family. I have many fond memories of growing up in Roanoke and the McKinney home was a huge part.
Thanks and God bless.
Cathy Aker
October 17, 2009
May the memories of your mother help you through your time of sorrow. My prayers & thoughts are with you all.
Amanda, Tyler & Khrista, I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother.
Richard Burnette
October 17, 2009
I am so sad to hear of your mother's passing. Will always cherish memories of our time growing up on View Avenue. May God bless you all.
Khrista McKinney
October 17, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Wanda Kemp
October 17, 2009
I am so grateful to have had you in my life all these years. I am so glad we were able to have time together this past week. Time to talk, time to share, time to remember, time to wonder, time to say goodbye.
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