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Ruth Elizabeth Geils

Charlottesville, Virginia

1929 - 2022

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Ruth Elizabeth GeilsFebruary 14, 1929 - January 7, 2022It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Ruth Elizabeth Geils on Thursday, January 7, 2022, at the age of 92. Ruth was born on February 14, 1929, in New York City to the parents of Robert F. Gregory and Ruth Hurwitz...

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Ruth - I recall so fondly visiting you at Ocean Pines with Marcia and spending time with you and Jack! What glorious days those were enjoying the ocean, great conversations & delicious food & drink! Reading you life story here is so inspiring as you dedicated your long life to love, community healing & deep connections! May I honor you by taking a bit from your story and using that to fuel my own passion for those good, honorable and true paths along my journey! I know you will live in our...

I will miss Ruth so much. I have known her for 12 years, initially as per primary care doctor and then as a true friend. Her spunk and joy in life, and later her equanimity in adapting to her changing health are strong memories. I loved talking baseball and the arts in the same conversation! She made the world a better place; may we who knew her strive to do the same.

I had the pleasure of knowing Ruth through her last home in Cville. She was such a delightful woman who really touched me. I am forever grateful for the time I spent with her. She made a huge impact on me and she will hold a special place in my heart always.