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Florence Ruston Obituary

A graveside service will be held TODAY at 11 a.m., at Rose Hill Cemetery, 6841 E. 62nd Ave., Commerce City. A procession will leave at 10:15 a.m. from Shalom Funeral Service, 1091 S. Colorado Blvd., for anyone wishing to join. A memorial service and tribute to her life will be held Wednesday, 10 a.m. at the Seawell Ballroom of the Denver Performing Arts Complex. In lieu of flowers and in honor of Mrs. Ruston's commitment to many nonprofits, contributions can be made to the charity of the donor's choice in her honor.

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Published by Denver Post on Sep. 5, 2006.

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marla murphy

June 22, 2017

I took dance lessons from Florence Kessler in the mid 50 s... Florence had the dance numbers in
the Post (Denver Post) operetta) series every summer in the park...it was such a fun time..she was
a great teacher..we had such fun (Student Prince.. etc)...

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Mrs. John Parkin

September 10, 2006

Mrs. Ruston is one of my most admired people. I appreciate that she inspired me to watch ballets, symphonies, and behave with grace.

Peggy Britton-Griffin

September 9, 2006

I was a student in her dance studio for 2 years in the mid 50's. I still have all of my costumes. I have very fond memories of that special time in my life thanks to her. One of the best memories is being on stage at the Elitch Gardens. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Georgina Newman

September 5, 2006

Florence was such a generous person and always had a twinkle in her eye. She loved helping others and bringing people together. She will be greatly missed.

Peggy Kaplan

September 3, 2006

My mom, Claire Kessler Kaplan, adored her cousin Florence. No surprise why: fun, vivacious and always busy with a host of activities.



Cousin Florence is permanently etched in my memory from the photographs we have of her as a dance instructor many moons ago: stunning, sexy and full of life. I shall also always be grateful for the love and attention Florence gave to Mom as a child.



My sympathy to all on the loss of this special lady.

Lyn Kirkham

September 2, 2006

God rest your soul dear Florence. Thank you for your kind and generous heart.

Harry Porterfield

September 2, 2006

Florence was my grandmother and she will be missed. Our family shared her with many others and we thank you for your kind words.

Ann Hession

September 2, 2006

I remember Florence very well from my "youth". She taught me dance lessons when i was a child back in the 50s. God Bless your family at this time!

Cathy Rinker

September 2, 2006

We enjoyed being a part of Florence many activities and will miss her unending dedications to so many friends and orginizations.

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