Ruby S. Maddox

Ruby was a force of nature! She was passionate, purposeful, and deeply committed to uplifting underrepresented communities. She had a remarkable ability to align her work with her values, always finding meaningful ways to make an impact. I will remember her for her bright smile, infectious laugh, and creative spirit. Ruby, you will be missed.

Ruby smile lit up the room, you can tell she had a gentle heart and even though you´re gone too soon. You will always be remembered.

When Ruby "seeded" GTC, she changed the lives of so many young people, as well as those of us, not so young. The love that she spread all over the community was too big to contain in her one little body. I´m never letting that go. She will go with me, and I know so many others wherever we may go. Whether in a garden row, in a classroom or on a hike, I´ll be listening for that amazing laugh! I love you, Ruby!

Condolences Helen, Laura and Yolanda. Over the past few years we have been impressed with the work Ruby has done in pouring into her communities. She is an excellent example of someone who truly lived what they believed. We donated $200 to LFW in Ruby's honor. Deborah Lynn McCray, Edward & Melody McCray, Wayne & Constance Gregory, Pearson Blakeney, Dwayne Gore.

I met Ruby when she worked with me in the alumni and development office at Holyoke Community College while she was a student there. I had great admiration for her determination to do good work in the world. A co-founder of Gardening the Community in Springfield, she envisioned and brought into being a source of healthy food, knowledge and empowerment for Springfield's residents. I remember driving her to Bradley airport to take her first flight-- to be a representative to the Bioneers...

Rest easy my friend.

My condolences. Although we worked together for a short time, your intelligence and kindness left a lasting impression. You will be deeply missed. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.