Ruby Jean Johnson

Ruby Jean Johnson obituary, Gary, IN

Ruby Jean Johnson

Ruby Johnson Obituary

Published by Post-Tribune on Dec. 6, 2013.
Johnson, Ruby Jean 68, a Gary resident, passed away on December 4, 2013 at Methodist Hospital. She was a member of St. Timothy Community Church and a retired employee of Methodist Hospitals. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Mildred Chapman. Ruby leaves to cherish her memories husband, Roger G. Johnson; 4 children, Anthony Estes, Allison Walker, Kimberly Johnson and Roger Johnson Jr.; 1 sister, Annette (Jerome) Smith; 1 brother, Ronald (Venay) Chapman; 9 grandchildren, Darryl, Glenn, Tamika, Isaiah, Kayla, Katrina, Kori, Arjaie and Rhianna; 1 great-grandchild, Darryl Jr.; 2 nieces, Nicole and Rachelle; 1 nephew, Manzel; a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Tuesday, December 10, 2013, 12:00-8:00 p.m. Family hours 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Guy & Allen Chapel. Funeral services Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Timothy Community Church, 1600 W. 25th Avenue. Rev. Alfred Johnson officiating. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery.

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December 17, 2013

Audra May posted to the memorial.

December 15, 2013

Allison Walker posted to the memorial.

December 15, 2013

Allison Walker posted to the memorial.

Audra May

December 17, 2013

"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal" Allison you and the family will always be in my prayers I pray that god will continue to bless you and keep you in perfect peace may he give you the strength to get this trying time I remember your mom so well and she was always such a beautiful person god Bless.

Allison Walker

December 15, 2013

Momma I miss you so much. I don't know I am going to make it without you. You were a amazing mother. I love You Momma

Allison Walker

December 15, 2013

Momma I miss you so Much. I am going to miss your smile your advice and knowing that whenever I needed you , you had my back. I Love You

Jackie

December 14, 2013

Mrs. Johnson, it was a pleasure to get to know you for the short time that I did. I know that you suffer no more. I pray that God will give your family and friends peace and comfort through this time.

William Roach

December 12, 2013

My prayers are with you and your family

horace matthews

December 10, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 10, 2013

Prayers of strength for my cousins.Ruby my dearest cousin you will truly be missed. But GOD knows best. It all happen so fast. Gone but never forgotten.

NINA SCOTT

December 10, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

christie coleman-wilson

December 9, 2013

Kim,
Praying for you and your family at this difficult time.

Love U and will talk to you when you return home.

Rachelle Chapman

December 9, 2013

Aunt Ruby,
You always brought a smile on my face! I love you and miss you

Pamela Norman

December 9, 2013

Kim, I'm truly sorry for your loss!! Thinking of you!!!

Pamela Norman

Fred & Lolly Sanchez

December 9, 2013

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.(Matt. 5:4) Babs,Missy and Johnson Fa. are heartfelt prayers are with you.

Rachelle Chapman

December 9, 2013

Aunt Ruby,
You always brought a smile on my face. I love you and miss you!

Ronald Chapman

December 9, 2013

Suffer no more my sweet sister.
Your light will shine forever in my heart. Thoughts of you will always make me want to be a better man and bring me closer to God. Thanks for watching over me and my sis when we were little. The Bears and Bulls have lost their number one fan, but heaven has another angel. Rest my sister, and know that your life
touched many. Love my big sis!!!

mike thornton

December 9, 2013

god bless ur family

Kamala Henderson

December 8, 2013

To Kim Johnson you know how I felt about Ms Ruby I met her many years ago when we both worked at Methodist hospital. She had a beautiful spirit and always was smiling,I remember her when she told me you were finally having your babies she was so happy.Ms Ruby im going to miss you so much and hate that I cant be there to see your homegoing. You got your wings sweetheart. Kim you and your family are in my prayers love you.

Tajuainna Jennings

December 8, 2013

To The Family I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, Ephesians 3:16

Rose Dickerson

December 8, 2013

Thinking of you in your time of bereavement. Love you Kimmy, may God be with you & your family.

Bernice Taylor

December 8, 2013

Auntie n family i just want uu to know i love uu soooooo much n i been praying for since uu talked about her illness im not gonna b able to make it but know ur always gonne b n my prayers....love uu tete

Mickey Patton

December 8, 2013

May God wrap HIS arms around this family. In the name of Jesus. Amen.

Zanetta Davis

December 8, 2013

My condolences to the family...may God keep you all in perfect peace at this time. An angel has received her wings. God bless!

Yolanda Simpson

December 8, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Elise Webb

December 8, 2013

My heart goes out to you and ur family. And Angel has gotten her wings to watch over each one of you. A smile will soon befriend ur face for you will feel your Mom presence.

Dana Vandever

December 8, 2013

So sorry for your loss. I am praying for strength for the entire family. Just know your mom is now in Heaven rejoicing and free from sickness and life's tribulations. You too will see her again when God calls you home. Blessings to you all.

Kimberly Johnson

December 8, 2013

To my beautiful flower plucked away too soon.... I never left your side. Watching you that last day is something I will never forget... I'm sooo heartbroken but I know you are doing so much better. ... say hello to grandma and granddaddy for me... I love you Momma

Zenobia Hodges

December 6, 2013

My sympathy goes out to the family of Ruby Johnson. GOD always sends In the Holy Sprit to help you in times like
these. Know that GOD is
with you always.

PAUL POLLARD

December 6, 2013

So sorry to hear of the loss of a Tolleston classmate who was so sweet and pleasant to be around. May God send His Angels of Mercy to care for the family in the difficult days ahead. God rest her soul.

Charles Smith

December 6, 2013

a childhood from long ago, my sympathy to your family and loved ones.

Marsha Story

December 6, 2013

To the Johnson and Chapman and Smith families, I'm truly sorry for your loss.
My prayers are with you.

RUBY MCGEE

December 6, 2013

To The Family
With each moment,
With each hour as you
Honor and remember your loved one.
May memories and love cradle your heart,
With the gentle warmth of heavens embrace......
Ruby McGee & Family
Merrillville, IN

TYRONE DILLAHUNTY

December 6, 2013

To The Family
Words are never adequate
When times of sorrow comes,
and yet we want you to know
We're thinking of you now.......
We wish you strength and comfort
for the days that lie ahead and all
The warm encouragement that
Caring thoughts allow.
Mary McGee-Dillahunty & Family
Merrillville, IN

Martha

December 6, 2013

To The Family: May you find comfort in knowing that the LORD JESUS is with us always.

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December 17, 2013

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