Ruth I. GORDON

Over the years, Ruth shared many tales of her very full and colorful life, in Chicago, Winnetka, Queens, Boston, Providence, San Francisco, Aviano, Berkeley, Portola Valley, Susanville, and Cloverdale. Many places, but with Ruth, her life was about the people connections. So many, and so well-remembered. In 2006 we were able to connect with many of the alumni of Portola Valley School. She also held fast to her friendships in "Libraryland" and the children's book publishers by remaining active...

I just found out about Ruth's passing. She was one of my teachers in Aviano, Italy. She was a very good teacher and one of those that one never forgets. She became friends with our family and was often over to eat pizza with us when Mom made pizza on Sat. evening. She and a couple other teachers and a librarian were friends with my older sister who worked summers at the base library when not in college. So we saw a lot of Ruth. Blessings to you.

Dear Victoria,
Thank you for getting back to me. I'd love to be included in the Portola Valley School events. I'm at [email protected]; please send me your email address so I can get on the list.
Thanks,
Kathy Sauber Jones

I was very sad to read about Dr. Gordon's passing
She was my 7th grade teacher in Portola Valley and she was definitely one of my favorite teachers.
One fun memory of her. She came to have dinner with me and my parents at our home and she brought me a new pet, a Hamster!
I am sorry I wasn't able to keep in touch with her over the years. My condolences to her wife Viki and the rest of her family.

I'm sorry, Vik. I know what it is to lose a spouse of long standing. My thoughts are with you. Bill H.

Dear Viki Marrugg,
Though I never had the honor of meeting Ruth, I know how much she meant to you and to those around her. You and the entire community have lost a friend and an advocate for a better world.
Wishing you comfort and peace with your many fond memories of such a strong and caring partner.

Take care.

I first met Dr. Ruth 38 years ago when she visited my class at Cedar Mill School in Susanville, CA. I was teaching seriously cognitively challenged students at the time and surprised that she would come to my classroom. I remember her as always being inclusive of all students, full of energy, and always smiling. I also recall her as having a great sense of humor.

When I saw her picture in the Press Democrat this week, I was a bit confused. I thought she looked familiarbut this is...