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Ruth Brock Obituary
August 10, 1961 December 13, 2012
Resident of Roseville
Ruth passed away in her Roseville home on December 13th. She will be remembered for her joyous sense of humor and beautiful smile. Ruth is survived by her husband Brandon Brock, her children Veronica, Kyle and Eddie Schubert, her parents, Jim and Joan Fleming, her siblings Jim Fleming (Debbie), Tom Fleming (Lisa) and Susan Kudelka as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Ruth graduated from Northgate High School and Sacramento State. She was an accomplished athlete, a member of the Walnut Creek Aquanuts synchronized swim team; and at age 39 completed the first of three Ironman competitions. Some of her happiest times in recent years were spent on a bicycle alongside her husband and friends.
A celebration of Ruth's life will be held on Friday, December 21st at 4:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Club Sport, 2805 Jones Road, Walnut Creek. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Brock
Larry Israel
December 13, 2023
Rest In Peace dear Ruth.
Jennifer Lee
January 14, 2013
I will always cherish the memories we shared. I love you, Ruth, and will miss you so very much.
Jim & Lonnie Tutor
December 30, 2012
So, so sorry to hear of this. Our thoughts are with you on these trying times.
Lisa Bailey (Pergamit)
December 28, 2012
What a shock and tragedy that someone so young and vibrant was taken so soon. My thoughts are with the entire family during these hard times.
Victor DiOrio
December 25, 2012
Brandon,
I was heartbroken to hear the news, and I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Victor
Larry Israel
December 24, 2012
I'm praying for you, Ruth, and your family. Rest In Peace.
December 23, 2012
I am very very saddened. I loved Ruth's humor, beauty and wisdom. I will truly miss her. Dana Danska.
Chris & Linda Law & Family
December 22, 2012
Heartfelt condolences to the entire Fleming family. May your minds find comfort in the times of laughter and joy you all shared with her. You are in our hearts during this very sad time.
Brian Pergamit
December 22, 2012
Thinking of your family in this tough time. I am very sorry for your loss.
December 22, 2012
childhood memories, adult memories and family memories, I cherish with you, my beautiful cousin Ruthie! I love you!
December 21, 2012
May the angels welcome you home, my thoughts and prayers, love Jackie Sieh Gordon
Michele Weatherly
December 21, 2012
Such sad news of Ruth's passing. We had so many great times together in Seattle and on vacations with our combined families. I am so sorry for Brandon, Veronica, Kyle, Eddie and the rest of the family. God Bless, Michele
Jean Taggart
December 21, 2012
I remember so many summer visits and wonderful times with Ruth and family in Buffalo, NY. My sincerest condolences to all the Fleming Family from Jeannie Taggart
Jim Abele
December 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers for the Flemings, Brocks and the multitude of Ruth's friends. Ruth touched all who knew her and she will NEVER be forgotten. Jim RLTW
Anna Brown
December 20, 2012
My condolences to Brandon Brock, Ruth's children & the Fleming family. Ruth will truly be missed with her sense of humor, love, caring soul & beautiful smile.
Brenda G.
December 19, 2012
You will always be remembered as a strong, beautiful, caring friend to many. My heart goes out to the family and her closest friends. Ruth was such a kind soul.
Connie Burroughs (La Shells)
December 19, 2012
Ruthie was a dear friend to me at Sacramento State. My prayers go out to her family at this time of incredible loss.
December 19, 2012
Fond memories of Ruth, a wonderful spirit. God Bless the entire Fleming Family!
John Moe
Anne Spalding
December 19, 2012
Heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Ruthie's entire family. As you grapple with this tremendous loss, may you find comfort in your lovely memories and knowing Ruthie is in a peaceful place.
Martin Reynolds
December 19, 2012
My condolences go out to the Fleming Family. God bless you all.
Donna Elazar Vojvodich
December 19, 2012
Ruth was one of a kind. Friendly and generous, she possessed a magnetic personality. So many fun memories!!! My heart goes out to her family.
Dee Anna Hudson
December 19, 2012
I was so sad when I heard the news! My heart goes out to Jim and the whole Fleming family as well as Ruthie's kids and husband. This world has lost a beautiful person but gained a bright star in the sky.
Melanie Austin
December 19, 2012
She sure had the best big brother in the world..Jim, my thoughts to you and your family. Lots of love and peace, Mel
Janet Williams Powers
December 19, 2012
Very sad to hear of Ruth's passing. She was gorgeous and full of life. I will always remember her as she was in high school, as I enjoyed spending time with Susie and her family.
Sending my heartfelt condolences the entire Fleming family.
Tom Holleschau
December 18, 2012
To my dance partner Ruth,
Your smile could light up a room… You will be missed.
I will forever remember you as my DWTS
Monica Solorio-Snow
December 18, 2012
My heart goes out to Ruth's family and friends. I have such fond and happy memories of Ruth from high school. My heart breaks.
Baret Basham
December 18, 2012
I am sorry to hear the news of Ruth passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family as well as with the Flemings. God bless you all!
December 18, 2012
So sad to hear about Ruth. I remember Ruth and her brother Jim all part of the gang. Sending sincere sympathy to her family. RIP Ruth.
Kathy Balbi Fedorenko
Eileen Evans
December 18, 2012
I will always have fond memories of Ruthie...she was one of a kind. Always fun, beautiful, silly and had such charisma. It is so hard to accept you are no longer here. My and Lee send heartfelt condolences to the entire Fleming family.
Mady DaDalt Crafts
December 18, 2012
I am so sad to hear this news. Ruth was a bright and beautiful light in this world and she will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Brent Jackson
December 18, 2012
I am very sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Ruth's husband and children and also with the Fleming family during this difficult time. Ruth was always the life of the party and a great person!
Judi Hollidge Watkins
December 18, 2012
I am deeply saddened to hear this news. Ruth had an amazing energy and spirit. She will be greatly missed. I will hold Ruth's family in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Bill and Leah Collins
December 18, 2012
It is a great loss to go so young. Our condolences to the families of Ruth. We enjoyed her company every time we got together.
Lee Orr
December 18, 2012
My prayers & thoughts go out to the Fleming family during your time of grief. May God bless you & keep you Ruthie, you brought so much fun & laughter to your friends & family. You will be missed by many, but never forgotten. R.I.P.
Colleen Brennan
December 18, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Ruth in high school as being fun, kind, and friendly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Colleen Goodson Brennan and Family.
December 18, 2012
Our hearts go out to the whole family. Sending much love, -Adrianne Collins Hagberg and Family
Stephanie Mortimore McLean
December 18, 2012
You will be missed by many Ruth. I know your spirit is shining bright in heaven.
Denise Duval Penrose
December 18, 2012
Sending love and prayers to all who knew and loved Ruth as a mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend. I was deeply saddened to hear this news.
Denise Duval Penrose
Corey & Jamie Gonzales
December 17, 2012
Heartfelt love and prayers during this time of loss.
Brian Mavity
December 17, 2012
Prayers go to the families. I'm so sorry.
Randy Weeks
December 17, 2012
Rest in peace!
December 17, 2012
Our hearts are very heavy with sadness for Brandon, the Fleming family, and her children. We had such a fun time with the family in Austin, so loss of your Ruthie is heartbreaking. You are in our prayers and thoughts always.
Phyllis, John, and Kevin
December 17, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Ruthie's family. I will always remember Ruthie as a vibrant, funny and well loved human being. I will miss you Ruthie...Love, Susie Thorpe
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