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Ruth Virginia Washington

Fairfield, California

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Ruth Virginia (Smith)Washington was born on March 25, 1933, in Gordo, Alabama, to the late James Henry and Lillie Cile, (Blalock) Smith. She is 1 of 17 children. Ruth departed this life 90 years young on September 23, 2023. Ruth was the military spouse of Johnny R Washington for 25 years,...

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Although I could not be there in person, I hope that the flowers will in some small way extend my heartfelt sentiment and regrets in my absence, and reflect the love that I have for you and mama Washington. Peace and Blessings Family!

I am so incredibly sad that I am not able to be with you all, family during this difficult time, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will cherish the many fond memories we shared with mama Washington, having known your family all of our lives...literally. I am so blessed to have spent some happy moments with her recently during Renee's beautiful wedding...she's still a delight...and that smile. She always lit up a room. She will always light up our hearts. Raising...

Our families grew up together in the same neighborhoods and our mothers were great friends. Mrs Washington was kind, strong and independent. I remember that she liked working on things around her house because of her independence and not always paying someone else to do it. There have been times when I had something that needed to get done around my house and I thought "What would Mrs Washington do?" And I would decide to do it myself instead of paying someone else. I believe that some of my...