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Ruth Starkey Obituary
RUTH DUVALL STARKEY was born on March 8, 1923, in Rogers, TX, and passed away peacefully at home to join her Lord and Savior on November 28, 2013 at the age of 90. Ruth was under the loving care of Hospice Compassus at her home in Pasadena, TX. She is survived by daughter, Linda Land and husband Buddy of Pasadena, TX; two granddaughters, Kimberley Williamson and husband Darrell of LaPorte, TX, Stephanie Gore and husband Chris of Deer Park, TX; two great-grandsons, Joshua Williamson and wife Shawna and Hunter Gore; son-in-law, Earl Hubby & wife Joan and one sister, Edwina Peterson and husband Harry and many others who loved her. Ruth is preceded in death by her beloved husband, H.G. Starkey of 56 years and daughter, Pat Hubby, 4 sisters and 2 brothers. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM with Chapel Services to follow at 12:30 PM with Dr. Tom Gamble officiating of First Baptist Pasadena where Ruth was a member. Online memorial tributes may be placed at www.grandviewfunerals.com
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December 3, 2013
Nanny, you will truly be missed and I am thankful to have been part of your life. Tell Pawpaw Gonzales said Hi....love, Chris
December 2, 2013
God blessed me when He chose you as my Nanny and now you are my angel. You always made me feel special and loved. I will hold the memories we made close to my heart for as long as I live. I love you to eternity.
Your loving grandaughter,
Kimberley
Debbie Buzek
December 1, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the family of Mrs. Ruth Starkey. I hope that you will find peace and consolation knowing that your family has a new guardian angel to watch over you. I am a friend who was privileged to have known Mrs. Starkey, and she allowed me to fondly call her "Nanny." Know that this very special lady will be missed. May God bless your family and help you through your time of grief. I am very sorry for your loss.
December 1, 2013
You will be greatly missed, We love you nanny!
Love always, Shawna Williamson.
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Danny Gonzales
December 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to Kim, Stephanie and the entire family.
December 1, 2013
Sweet memories.. loving thoughts of my dear Aunt Ruth - Always & Forever. Love, Dianne Johnston
Darrell
December 1, 2013
Nanny thinks for all the good time and memories we will miss you.
Love, Stephanie
November 30, 2013
I will miss you dearly Nanny ! Thank you for always being there for me !
November 30, 2013
Linda, sorry to hear about your Mother. Love, Susan & John Wille
November 30, 2013
Mother you took care of me when I was young and when the time came for you I was there. I will love you always and miss you. Your daughter, Linda
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