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Ruby Vaughan Obituary

Mrs. Ruby Mae Vaughan, of Richmond, departed this life Sunday, February 12, 2006. Preceded in death by her husband, Wilson D. Vaughan Sr. She is survived by one daughter, Cheryl Vaughan Lewis; six sons, Wilson D. Jr., Maurico, Reginald, Andrew, Keith and Bryan Vaughan; 13 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; devoted sister and brother, Dorothy Turner and Robert Earl Ferguson; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins, six sisters-in-law, seven brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 19th and Hull Streets, where the family will receive friends Thursday (tonight) 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral service will be held Friday, February 17, 1 p.m. at Ephesus Seventh Day Adventist Church, 3700 Midlothian Turnpike. Elder Stoddart, pastor, officiating. Interment Guildfield Baptist Church Cemetery, Midlothian.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Feb. 14 to Feb. 16, 2006.

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Tandra Easter

February 16, 2006

I am really sorry to hear about your mother. I pray that God will give you the comfort that you need at a time like this.

Dorothy T. Harrison

February 16, 2006

Andy and family,

I wish to express my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother. May God's Blessings be with you during this difficult time.

Yvonne Vaughan

February 16, 2006

Cheryl and Family:

Our thoughts and cares are with you.

Yvonne and Family

Pat Rengnerth

February 16, 2006

Cheryl,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time.

From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home

February 16, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Floyd & Norma Sessions

February 15, 2006

Cheryl & Family

We're so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. We pray that God gives you perfect peace and strength during this difficult time. We shall keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Betty Dickerson

February 14, 2006

I was saddened to learn of your loss. Hold on to your memories as they will give you comfort in the days to come.



Betty Dickerson

Jerry Davis

February 14, 2006

Cheryl and Family,

May God give you strength in your time of sorrow.

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