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Ruby Dickens Obituary
Ruby O. Dickens went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2011 at the age of 101. She was born in Banks, Arkansas on February 21, 1910. She moved to Arizona 58 years ago and was a dedicated homemaker, volunteer and active member of her church. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Harry and her son Carroll. She is survived by her two grandsons Benny (Val) of Newport Beach, California and Jon (Heather) of Glendale, Arizona, and four great-grandchildren, Alex, Gabe, Garrett and Emily. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, April 17th at 2:00p.m. at Greenwood Memory Lawn Mortuary 719 N. 27th Ave., in Phoenix. Visitation will be held one hour prior. Memorials in Ruby's honor may be directed to Harvest Church in Glendale, Az. Additional information at GreenwoodMemoryLawn.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Martha Dunham
April 16, 2011
Sister Dickens will always be a part of my life. I remember the years of being and growing up as a Christian, she was at the different church functions and parties that were given. I rejoiced at her 100th Birthday.
Susan Cooper
April 14, 2011
To the Dickens Family,
What a surprise to hear the Ruby went home to be with the Lord, I had just talked to her at the end of March. I will miss her wonderful stories and her pearcing blue eyes, and the Love she gave to me while i visited her every day. Prayers going out to you all during this time of your loss. If I can do anything Heather, please call me at 480-969-0084. Love you all so much. Susan Cooper
Mary Amico
April 12, 2011
It was a pleasure talking with Ruby whenever she called Curtis about something she needed taken care of.
LYNN FOGEL
April 8, 2011
To The Dickens Family,
Please accept my condolences on your loss of Ruby. May you find comfort in the memories of the times shared with her. God be with you all.
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