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for Ruby Sumler
Raphael Cassimere, Jr.
October 17, 2018
Please accept our belated but dearest sympathy over the loss of our longtime neighbor and friend, Ruby. Her family was one of the pillars of our Lower Nine neighborhood. Ruby, along with her brother, Dr. Edward Caliste, were also UNO collegues.
We will miss her but will be cherised by her memories.
Inez and Raphael Cassimere jr.
Dionne Lewis
October 15, 2018
To The Caliste Family: May God give each of you strength and comfort. Growing up on Caffin Avenue with so many caring neighbors mean so much to us. We were so Bless to know Ms. Ruby, and with her stern direction that kept us on the right path. She would always stress education. It does take a village to instill productive lives.
Ivory & Patricia Scott
October 15, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Christy Johnson
October 14, 2018
Ms. Sumler, was a crusader and trailblazer for a good cause. She was very instrumental in my life and will be missed in our community.
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October 13, 2018
Sincere condolences in the loss of your loved one. I enjoyed Ruby's company.
Myra Haydel
Daisy Curtis-Elis
October 12, 2018
To the family my condolences in your loss . I worked with Ms Ruby at H &R Block . She will be missed.
Cynthia Edwards
October 12, 2018
Words cannot even begin to express the loss and pain. May you be comforted and strengthen during this time. Be at peace and feel the love she left behind.
October 11, 2018
" Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints."
Psalm 116:15
Dear Family, as you mourn Sis. Sumler's absence, be encouraged, because God loves you and as He was with her, He is also with you. The memories of precious moments you shared with her will one day replace your tears with smiles and cause your hearts to rejoice.
Your sister in Christ,
Frances Ventress
FABC Restoration and Care Grief Ministry
Rhea Joseph Dokes and Family
October 11, 2018
To: Sis. Sumler's Family
I send my sincerest condolences, prayers and love to each of you. Ms. Ruby is now resting in the Arms of Jesus, The Christ, and "Perfectly Healed." Growing up in the Lower 9th Ward, I recall her tireless and dedicated efforts for "civil and social" justice for my area, our city and nation. May the work you've done never be forgotten. I, along with many others, "Salute" you.
Caffin Avenue Neighbor,
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