Ruth Shive

It sure doesn't seem like three years have passed since Ruth went to heaven! Every time I think of her, I think of her diligence, dedication and love for the Lord and the many ministries she was given by God. She and Ray were wonderful examples to all of us about life, marriage, family, and ministry. She will definitely never be forgotten. Love to all of Ruth's family, from Sue Helman Redman, Surry, Virginia

Ray, my prayers go out to you and your family following the home going of your dear wife, Ruth. You and Ruth were the first missionary family I remember meeting when I began attending and working for CSCC. Over the years Ruth became a dear friend and I treasured our emails back and forth and her Godly council. She went home to glory just 6 years and 2 days after my husband John did. I will always hold a special place in my heart for Ruth and will keep you in prayer in the days ahead. ...

Hebews,12:1- My Bible college friend, Ruth, ran the race with endurance throughout her earthly life, all the way till the end! She has now heard the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant; enter into the joy of your Lord." When we traveled and sang together for four years as young college ladies, we could easily see that Ruth was real in her faith and obedience to the Lord! Her legacy will live on in so many lives. Her life exemplified the song,"O, may all who come behind us find us...

Ray, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have such fond memories of Ruth and enjoyed her company so much. She was certainly a special person. May the Lord give you much comfort at this time as well as his peace.

Ray, we are deeply sorry for the loss of your wife, and we pray that Christ would deeply fill your heart with His empathy for these broken-hearted times, but one who in every respect can relate to and has experienced all we have, just without sin.

He is near and He deeply cares, as he did for Lazarus, his good friend. He cried with Mary and Martha.

Here is my gift to you, a line from one of my favorite songs, "I felt every teardrop when in darkness you cried, and I strove to...

Dear Ray and family, Our sincere prayers for your comfort from the Lord of all comfort. Though your loss is great, we are sure that Ruth is blessed beyond our understanding. We will continue to lift you up to Him whom she is now able to really adore. Love in our Lord, Jim & Ruth VanDuzer

Dear Ray, I was so sad to hear the news about Ruth. She was such a sweet, kind, and faithful person. I want to be as heaven-worthy as she.

God bless you during this time.

Dear Ray,
Marty and I were saddened to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy. We know that Ruth is in the glorious presence of our Lord Jesus with great reward. May our Heavenly Father bring comfort and grace to you in the days ahead.
Jack Sullivan

Ray, our sincere sympathy is with you at this difficult time missing your dear partner of nearly 50 years. May the Lord sustain and uphold you.