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Ruth Wishneff Obituary
Chesapeake - Ruth E. Wishneff, born November 8, 1920 passed away peacefully at her home in Chesapeake, Va.
She was predeceased by her husband, Alvin Wishneff, son Wayne Wishneff and daughter Michele Robbins. She is survived by her children Sandra Lefcoe, Lynn and Jerry Robbins, Brian and Andee Wishneff, Sherry and Rick Phillips, eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, Harley (her dog) and many nieces and nephews that loved her dearly.
Memorial services will be at Hollomon-Brown, Great Bridge Chapel. Donations can be made to the Huntington's Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Kellie Swank Prince
October 9, 2013
Mrs Wishneff,
I have such fond memories of you! Always alert and kind. You will be missed!
Floys & Kimberly Hicks
October 9, 2013
Sending our love and sympathy to our neighbors, Rick and
Sherry
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Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home - Great Bridge Chapel524 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322
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