Roberta Ruch

Recenlty I wondered what happened to the remarkable owner at Olsten services when I came upon her obituary. Let me tell you a story about Bobbie Ruch and her mother. In 1988 I worked as a receptionist at Olsten staffing. I was young, pregnant and didn't have much money. One day Bobbie invited me to her home. I was a bit nervous, I really didn't know her other than that she was my boss. I arrived to find that she and her mother bought me an entire professional maternity wardrobe, several...

Dear Georgia,
I remember your mother from my days as the Development Director of The Salesian Boys & Girls Club of Columbus. She attended a Donor event at The Huntington Building, 41 S. High St., even though she had been in an auto accident on her way to the party. She arrived a bit shaken and late, yet she was so warm and sweet and I sat with her for quite a while, so she could 'decompress' from the auto accident. Once she talked it through, she put on her professional face and said:...

There is an empty chair at some many places that made Columbus what it is today but in that chair is Bobbies “beautiful spirit” . She remains in memory and legacy
a powerful source of inspiration” for women and girls
in Columbus. She was a sincere and passionate ad-
vocate for the arts and all things that lifted the human-
ity in us. A friend, Java

Dear Georgia,

Your mother taught me to roller skate when she was seven years old. I didn't have skates so she lent me hers -- the kind you tightened up with a skate key you wore on a string around your neck, like a talisman. Even at that age she was generous, kind, and friendly to everyone. She was a magical little red-haired girl with a great sense of humor and fun. Skating at Bobbie Ann's house near Bosler Free Library is one of my happiest childhood memories. May God bless you...

Georgia I am soo sorry to hear about your mom she was a wonderful women and always had time for anyone who needed her and she was very bright and beautiful. My prayers are with you!

Dear Georgia, I am shocked by the news of the passing of your mother. I have been traveling and just found out today. I will always remember her as a awesome business peer and great friend. I will always remember how she made everyone feel at home in her home. If their is anything I can do please feel free to call because your mom always had a open ear when it came to me.

Archie Williamson (Columbus, Ohio)

Dear Georgia - Needless to say, we were all shocked at this news. Your mother (and grandmother) were always part of our family and added so much to our lives growing up in Carlisle. I know Zach and Natalie think you're fantastic, and we know you will do great in life. We are so sorry and want to do whatever we can. Let us know what we can do - and come visit us in Florida if you ever can!! Love, Susan and Dave Yeager (and Nat and Zach)

Dear Georgia, I remember those very early days, not long after your mother had come to Ohio to work alongside your grandmother at Olsten.. Bobbie and I used to debate why she had to send me to the complete other side of town to work, and send girls on that side of town to MY side of town to work! We managed to work together for more than 20 years, long after Olsten had changed to Acloche. I have some very fond memories of Bobbie and of your grandmother.

This is a great loss and a...