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Ruth Gittens Obituary
March 8, 1919 - January 19, 2013
Raleigh
Ruth Mary Gittens, 93, of Raleigh, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Rex Hospital. She was a loving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, friend, devoted Christian and dedicated member of the Raleigh N.C. Salvation Army. Your caring and forgiving spirit, tender demeanor and generous heart will be sorely missed by all those who loved you most. We LOVE YOU Mom!
Arrangements are by Montlawn Funeral Home, Raleigh, N.C. Condolences can be made at www.montlawn.com
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Nedenia Clyburn
January 21, 2013
u were sunshine on a cloudy day! u enriched us, u will be missed!
Nedenia Clyburn
January 21, 2013
I thank you for so gently touching my life, you were a joy and an inspiration. Looking forward to seeing you again on the other side god bless u!
January 21, 2013
Your kindness and sweet spirit will always be with us. It was a blessing to know you and I will forever cherish the memories of time spent around you. You were a fine example of Christian love for us to follow.
Angel Cabrera (Coamo, PR)
Pam Liles
January 21, 2013
Ruth was so involved in life, loved others, always had a smile and kind word to share. I will miss seeing her here at Murphey School.
Danielle Callender
January 21, 2013
You will always hold a special place in my heart.
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