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Ruth Barbee Obituary
Ruth Lynn Barbee, of Dry Prong, passed from this life on Saturday, May 17, 2014. Ruth was born in Houston, Texas on November 11, 1976 and grew up in Houston and Irving, Texas. Ruth amazed all who knew her with her sense of humor, quick wit, creativity and perseverance. Ruth was a 2007 cum laude graduate of Louisiana College. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Omicron Delta Kappa honor society, and secretary of Dry Prong Historical Society. Ruth was a Trekkie, artist, gardener and family genealogist. She desired to be an inspiration and guide to younger generations.
Those who preceded her in death include her paternal grandfather, Lloyd Barbee, maternal grandfather and grandmother, Ray and Geneva Jones and uncle, Roy Jones.
Those who loved her and always will include her parents, Mark and Della Jones Barbee, brother, Paul Barbee, sister, Rhoda Barbee, sister and brother-in-law, Lydia and Leo Trowbridge, 3 nieces and many special aunts, uncles and cousins.
The family requests that visitation be observed at Hixson Brothers, Pineville Tuesday, May 20, 2014 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. and continued Wednesday at the Church from 9:30 a.m. until time of service.
Funeral services celebrating the life of Ruth Lynn Barbee will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at Emmanuel Baptist Church with Dr. Lee Weems and Reverend Bennie Hollingsworth officiating. Burial will be in Dry Prong Cemetery.
Pallbearers honored to serve will be Bryan Philipps, Nippy Blair, Buddy Jones, Suzanne Brown, Leo Trowbridge, Lynn Davis Clark, Becky Tisdale-Love, Jerry Nolan and Lillian Purdy.
Honorary pallbearers will be 15 young second cousins whom she enjoyed nurturing and adored.
Ruth may be remembered with donations to Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas, Emmanuel Baptist Church Building Fund or Angiosarcoma Awareness, Inc. at www.cureasc.org.
To extend online condolences to the Barbee family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Barbee
Naomi Pryor Mier & Family
June 13, 2014
Dear Barbee Family: I am so saddened to hear of Ruth's passing. It is evident by the testimonies here that she was an exceptional and well loved young lady. I remember when she was born and holding her for the first time. My deepest sympathies to all.
Bryan Phillips
May 23, 2014
My life was enriched by Ruth's steadfast faith, her hope in and love for our Savior, The Lord Jesus Christ. Her gentle presence at Emmanuel, never complaining about her plight in life was a testament to her commitment to Christ's love, His faithfulness and His Saving Grace. Her love for her family and friends was evident in the radiant glow of her sweet smile. To know Ruth was to love her. I will truly miss this sweet young lady until we meet again to worship and praise our Lord together in His Heavenly Presence.
Roni Williams
May 21, 2014
Continuing to pray for the Barbees. I wish I could have made it up to the funeral, but I wasn't able to make it. Ruth will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.
David Atkinson
May 21, 2014
Very sorry for the loss. My thoughts and prayers are will all of the Barbee family. Ruth had a bright and infectious smile.
God bless.
Linda Childress
May 21, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Robbie Thorpe
May 20, 2014
Ruth you will be missed....... Praying for Della, Mark, Paul, Rhoda, Lydia.... I love you all....
LaNelle & Mike Morrison
May 20, 2014
Our prayers are with you
Malaina and Jerry Havens
May 20, 2014
Paul we are sending healing thoughts to you and your family. Much love to you.
Patricia (Landes) Outlaw
May 20, 2014
Sweet Ruth will be missed, but she is no longer in pain but with Jesus in Heaven. May God bless all of the family.
suzy smith
May 20, 2014
Ruth is someone I will never forget. Her sweet smile, silly humor, and ability to live out the rejoice always part of scripture set her apart. I'm glad she is finally healed, though not in an earthly way. We will dance and laugh in heaven together one day. Many prayers and sweet hugs to the Barbie family.
Laura Tapley-Jones
May 20, 2014
Rhoda and family, I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved sister. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tamera Kwist
May 20, 2014
What a beautiful soul. May the Lord comfort her friends and family.
Cum laude Ruth Barbee 2007
Lydia Trowbridge
May 20, 2014
Jessica Wright
May 20, 2014
Ruth will be so missed. Life will not be the same without her. She was an awesome person. Hugs Jessica Wright
Sarah Bilnoski
May 20, 2014
I had the privilege of knowing Ruth at Texas Children's Hospital many years ago. I was amazed by her and her family. Ruth inspired me in many ways and I am thankful that God allowed our paths to cross. I will be praying for all of you during this difficult time.
She and Rhoda showing me that you can eat flowers..
Jessica Wright
May 20, 2014
@ Ruth's Birthday Party..
Jessica Wright
May 20, 2014
Terri Febuary
May 20, 2014
Sorry for your loss. There is comfort knowing she touched many lives,gave happiness to those who loved her and that she is no longer in pain, but in the arms of God.
Evelyn Mayer
May 20, 2014
I am in awe of Ms. Ruth..... She was such a brave person!!.... We all prayed for her and cared for here at Hand Surgical Associates... Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.... What A great gift to the heavens!
Ruth with Raggedy Ann
Lydia Trowbridge
May 20, 2014
Julie Berrier
May 20, 2014
Rough touched all of our lives especially our daughter Natalie who always looked forward to our visits to Emmanuel to see Ruth and Rhoda . She was very special to all of us and her beautiful spirit will remain in our hearts forever. To her precious family you are in our hearts and prayers. Love you all.
Kathy and Buddy Inman
May 20, 2014
Although we never met Ruth, we grew to know her through her Mother Della's Facebook updates.May God Be With The Family Until You All Reunite With Ruth In Heaven.
Linda Peevy
May 20, 2014
Ruth taught us much about living thoughtfully, deliberately, and with grace. We'll miss her.
Linda Peevy
Luana Cunningham
May 20, 2014
Ruth's courage inspired so many during her time at Louisiana College. She overcame her disabilities to excel.
Cherylan & Lucien Bertrand
May 20, 2014
I'm so thankful to have met and spent time with Ruth and her family at Hope Lodge. She was always an inspiration to everyone... Looking forward to seeing her again in Heaven.
JOE VELOTTA
May 20, 2014
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL YOUNG LADY, MAY GOD BE WITH YOU.REST IN PIECE AS YOU ARE WITH GOD NOW REST IN PIECE.
Best friends and sisters
Rhoda Barbee
May 20, 2014
Susan Trowbridge
May 20, 2014
May caring thoughts comfort you at this deep time of sorrow, knowing that God is your comfort and strength in this time of need. With deepest sympathy,
Normand and Susan
Lydia Trowbridge
May 20, 2014
Ruth was greatly loved and will be greatly missed! I'm glad she is no longer suffering and thankful I have the hope to see her once again in heaven.
Lauren Simpson
May 20, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss Ruth was a sweet young woman who had courage and faith that was unending she was always so positive I will miss seeing her on facebook
Rick Tetrault
May 20, 2014
I don't think anyone has ever matched Ruth's joy in taking one of my Stagecraft classes. She was an endless source of optimism, enthusiasm, and hope, even through all her pain. Goodbye, Ruth. I will miss you.
DONALD LONG
May 19, 2014
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME FOR COMFORT READ FIRST THESSALONIANS 4: 13-18
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