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Rubyann Gerding Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - Rubyann Gerding, 70, of Springfield died at 10:15 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008, at her residence.
She was born March 16, 1938, in Springfield, the daughter of Clarence and Goldie Woodruff Huffman. She married Charles "Red" W. Gerding on July 2, 1970; he preceded her in death on Dec. 13, 1993. Also preceding her in death were her parents and a brother, Donald Earl Huffman.
Mrs. Gerding, a lifelong resident of Springfield, was a farmer. She loved the farm and her animals and enjoyed gardening. She loved Elvis Presley.
Surviving are two daughters, Sheri (husband, John L.) Banks of Cantrall and Linda R. Martin of Springfield; two sons, Rex Allen Clouse of Chatham and Todd "Joe" Martin of Cape Coral, Fla.; four grandchildren, William Banks and Leslie Banks of Cantrall, Zachary (wife, Lindsey) Horn of Springfield and Taylor Martin of Cape Coral; and a great-grandchild, Logan Daniel Lee Horn.
Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008, at Staab Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Waggin' Tails Animal Shelter.
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The Stieren Family
December 4, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Kim Huddleston
December 1, 2008
I have such fond memories of Ruby she was full of energy and love. She will be so missed by many. My heart heart and prayers go out to her family. I am so sorry I didn't hear sooner I would have liked to come to her service.
Jean and John Banks
November 28, 2008
To all of Rubyann's children, grandchildren and great grandchild, you have our deepese sympathies. Having experienced the death of a parent this year ourselves, we know that this is a trying time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
belinda harris
November 28, 2008
i only knew her for a little bit but what i knew she was a very sweet lady she will be sadly mess
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