Ruth Smelik Obituary
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Sandy Newman
June 4, 2009
Dear Marilyn and Family, We wish to express our sympathy to you and your family at this time of grief. I heard you speak of your mother in law often when you were working in the beauty salon and fixing my hair. I know you loved and respected her very much and gave her special care for many years. May God and your faith give you comfort.
Sandy, John, and Beth Newman
Pastor Bill & Gail Simmons
June 2, 2009
Dear Tom & Marilyn and family: It is with great sadness that Gail and I read of your mother's passing yesterday. It was my great pleasure to know Ruth and Walter. I knew them to be people of faith who loved the Lord Jesus and who treasured their family. Ruth will be missed indeed. But what a wonderful legacy of faith they have left with you all. I will miss thanking Ruth for bringing Tom and the family to church on Sunday. That comment always made her smile. And she just seemed to light up whenever either of the twins were on her lap. Remember her smile. Remember her warm and welcoming disposition. Remember the promises fo faith that console and even ecnourage us during a time such as this. Above all remember Jesus' words: "Because I live, you shall live also." This is His promise to Ruth and it is a precious promise indeed. Much love to you and your family. Pastor Bill and Gail
The Tallo Family
June 2, 2009
Dear Smelik Family,
Our heartfelt sympathies during this difficult time. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Matt & Michele Oswald
June 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Deborah Jackson
June 2, 2009
Dear Tom, Marilyn and family,
Dave and I always thought of Ruth as our dear Aunt. She was the most wonderful, generous and kind person. We will miss her presence at your home - but know that she is looking down from Heaven, watching over all of you.
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