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Ruth Calloway Obituary

Published by The Culpeper StarExponent from Sep. 4 to Sep. 6, 2008.

Ruth Naomi Calloway

Ruth Naomi Calloway, age 85 of Nokesville, Virginia went to be with her Lord on August 31, 2008.

Ruth is the daughter of Ora Olene Roberts and Arthur D. Roberts. She was born in Ebenburg, Pennsylvania on April 11, 1923 and is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, James A. Calloway and a brother, Timothy Roberts of State College, Pennsylvania. Ruth is also survived by one daughter, Sandra and her husband David Sobczynski of Winchester, Virginia, three sons; James Neil Calloway of Fairfax, Virginia, Ronald E. Calloway and spouse Mary Katherine of Raleigh, North Carolina and Richard Calloway and spouse Heningham of Elkwood, Virginia. Further, she leaves seven grandchildren and one great grandson.

Ruth was guided throughout her life by Jesus Christ and faithfully served her church. She was an avid gardener and had a joy for music and books. She enjoyed singing alto in her church choir as well as volunteering for the Nokesville library. Her love for children inspired her to begin a clothes closet ministry through the Nokesville United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: United Methodist Family Services, 3900 Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23230, Attention: Bethanie Constant/Children's Fund.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, September 6,2008 at The Nokesville United Methodist Church in Nokesville, Virginia.

This obituary was originally published in the Culpeper StarExponent.

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14 Entries

Lynn Anstine

September 6, 2008

Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Alan and Lynn (Ballinger) Anstine

James Kitchin

September 6, 2008

Neil and Family:
Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a great lady and will be missed.

Anne Pace

September 6, 2008

Ronnie, Richard, Sandy, and Neil
Your mother was a very special woman and an inspiration in so many ways to those of us who grew up around her. I have many fond memories of being in the Calloway home as a teen. I remember Mrs. Calloway practicing her music, painting, reading her bible, and gardening. Occasionally she would scold Alfred but then she'd turn toward me and there would be a twinkle in the corner of her eye followed by laughter. She loved her family very much. I am so sorry for your loss.

Peggy Gardner

September 6, 2008

Ronnie, Richard and family: May time soften the pain until all that remains is the beauty of the memories and love of your mother.I have so many fond memories of your teen age years and I will keep them forever, Deepest Sympathy, Peggy and Charles Gardner

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Bonnie Burke

September 6, 2008

Ronnie, Richard & family --
I am so sorry to hear of your mom. I can't imagine what you are feeling. Please know we are here for you should you need anything.

Bonnie Gardner Burke

Ann Davis

September 5, 2008

Neil,Ron, & Richard and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Take good care of each other. I pray that God's peace be with your
family at this difficult time.
Sincerely,

Ellen Gibson

September 5, 2008

Rich,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Ellen Gibson

Barbara Carrico Blair

September 4, 2008

To The Calloway Family,
Your Mom was a very special lady.
She will always be my favorite Sunday School teacher. My thoughts, prayers, and love go out to all of you.

Susan Carrico

September 4, 2008

Neil and Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Johnny & Susan Carrico

Shirl Lyon Vandiver

September 4, 2008

To Neil and family,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Ducks

Shirl Lyon Vandiver

September 4, 2008

To Neil and family,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Love, Ducks

Melodie Wampler

September 4, 2008

Richard,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers to you and your family. May God bless you.

Debbie Hughes (Lyon)

September 4, 2008

Sandy, Neil, Rich & Ron...
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was a special lady and is now in a special place. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.

Becky Ashby

September 4, 2008

Neil, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to lose your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Becky

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