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Ruby Pipkins Obituary

Ruby Donate Pipkins, age 83, rejoiced out of this world on Thursday, July 19, 2018. Ruby was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Louis Pipkins Sr., 2 children, Louis and Channa Pipkins; 6 grandchildren, Robert Jr., Wesley, and Samuel Pipkins, Corderro Davis, Jamal Caston, and Tiffany; parents, Phillip and Clara Donate; 6 siblings, Ellis, Ernest, Paul, Consuela, Francis, and Georgenia. She leaves to cherish her memories her 8 children, Louis Jr., Robert, Elwood, Necole (Roland), Denise, Johnna, Chandrika, and Micka; adopted daughter, Anna Henry; 2 siblings; Peter Donate (Ernestine) and Mary White; and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Relatives, friends of the family, and visiting Pastors are all invited to attend her Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, July 28, 2018, 10:00AM, at Greater Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church, 1803 N. Johnson St., NOLA with Robert Myer officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00AM until the hour of service. Interment St. Roch Cemetery Services Entrusted to the Caring Staff of: Professional Funeral Services "Celebrating Life" 1449 N. Claiborne Ave New Orleans, LA 70116 504-948-7447

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 26 to Jul. 29, 2018.

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WINSTON " SHOO" LANDRY

July 28, 2018

TO THE PIPKINS AND DONATE FAMILIES MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOUR STRONG AND FULL OF PRAYERS DURING THIS TIME OF YOUR LIVES. MRS.RUBY WAS A GREAT FRIEND OF MINES,WE HAD MANY CONVERSATIONS ON HER PORCH ON TOURO ST.YOU WAS A WISE LADY WHO WAS A BEAUTIFUL INSPIRATION TO YOUR CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN ALSO THE COMMUNITY.WE WILL MISS YOU DEARLY. ENJOY YOUR JOURNEY. RIP MRS.RUBY.

Renell Lewis

July 28, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Herman & Lena Touro Street

July 28, 2018

To Pipkins Family
Although it's difficult today to see
beyond the sorry, May looking back
in memory help comfort the family
You've our Deepest Condolences

The Batiste & Douse Families

July 27, 2018

To the Pipkins Family,

We were deeply sadden when we received the news of the loss of your precious Mom. May the Lord continue to hold you all in his arms and guide you through this difficult time. Mrs. Ruby may your soul Rest in Peace!

Dianne Donate

July 27, 2018

Rest In Peace Aunt Ruby! You've Run Your Race!

Bertrand Williams

July 26, 2018

To the Pipkins Family; I pray that you be comforted by faith that God has brought your loved one to a beautiful place of everlasting life. Find peace and comfort in the knowledge that you gave Ruby her roses while she could still smell them. May God bless, strengthen and comfort each of you.

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9:00 a.m.

Greater Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church

1803 N. Johnson St, NO, LA

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28

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Greater Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church

1803 N. Johnson St, NO, LA

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1449 N Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70116

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