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Steve and Tina Flanigan
July 24, 2013
Her Journey's Just Begun
Don't think of her as gone away,
Her journey's just begun,
Life holds so many facets,
This earth is only one.
Just think of her as resting,
From the sorrows & the tears,
In a place of warmth and comfort,
Where there are no days and years.
Think of how she must be wishing,
That we could know today,
How nothing but our sadness,
Can really pass away.
And think of her as living,
In the hearts of those she touched…
For nothing loved is ever lost…
And she was loved so much.
Steven and Tina Flanigan
July 24, 2013
While I've never had the pleasure of meeting Ruth in person, I did enjoy helping her with her genealogical line of the Flanigans when she contacted me in 2007. She yearned to learn more about her ancestral family just as she learned about the Lord. To quote what she wrote in an email to me " I came to know the LORD personally at age 35 and accepted HIS free gift of Salvation". May we all be comforted in the fact that she is now home with Our Heavenly Father as well as with her ancestral family. Wishing peace and love to all.
July 13, 2013
Offering my deepest sympathy to the family of Ruth A. Flanigan.
Selda & Ed Cody
July 13, 2013
Clare, you and your family our in our thoughts during this sad time. We both are so sorry for your loss.
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July 12, 2013
As I sit here looking at Ruth's picture, I am holding back the tears because I will miss her so much. She was a HUGE part of our lives....her faith was unequaled and she taught me step by step how to trust and lean on the Lord. When I think of Ruth, I also chuckle and giggle and even roar with laughter. She was so hilarious and was so comfortable laughing at herself. Her 'antics' were entertaining and she always loved to be a leprechaun and hide her brilliance when in different situations. Part of me is with her in her heart and I cannot wait to sing and dance with her in Heaven. Love, Linda
July 12, 2013
Dear Clare,
I have great memories of your dear sister as we were stationed together.
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you.
Sister Ruth Cecilia Dowd,CSJ
Rev. Antonio & Rev. Roxanne Booth
July 12, 2013
It was a pleasure knowing Ruth Flanigan. I (Antonio) met her in the late nineties when I employed her as an administrative assistant in an agency that provided services to people with brain injuries in rural locations. She was a retiree who wanted to continue working. It was a pleasure working with her. Her Christian values were demonstrated throughout her employment. Her kindness affected everyone in the office- whether you were a visitor or a co-worker.
Ruth and I were also members of the same church, Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church in Albany, NY. I was an Associate Minister there and she later became a Deacon in Training.She was a faithful servant of the Lord. Ruth delighted in serving the pastor and any one in need. She enjoyed reading and studying God's Word. Ruth was energized from worshiping with the saints of God.
I am grateful that Almighty God allowed our paths to cross. Although I have sorrow that I will not see her again, I have great joy that she is in the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I can hear Jesus saying, "Well done my good and faithful servant."
May these words give you comfort in this time of sorrow.
Rev. Antonio Booth, Co-Pastor
Rev. Dr. Roxanne Booth, Co-Pastor
Riverview Missionary Baptist Church
Coeymans, NY
July 11, 2013
To the Flanigan Family: We extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers at this time of loss. We remember Ruth's dedication and love for her Savior as well as for her church family. We are confident that Ruth's great getting up morning in Glory was met with her praises as she finally met Him and heard the words, "well done". Reverends Clancy Morning Star MBC Albany NY.
Maureen Murphy
July 11, 2013
Clara,
You and your family are in my prayers as you mourn the death of your sister, Ruth.
I recall so many happy times with her especially at Union and the summers we visited Glass Lake. We also had good times together on Winthrop Ave.
Lovingly,
Maureen Murphy,CSJ
July 11, 2013
Dear Clara,
I will keep you in my prayers at this difficult time of the loss of Ruth. I have so many happy memories of studies at Union and living with Ruth on Winthrop Ave in Albany. I also remember our summer times at Glass Lake.
Lovingly
July 11, 2013
Clara
I am so sorry to hear of your sister's Ruth passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your familly
Love
Peg Dessinger
Susan Flanigan
July 10, 2013
It was a pleasure to talk to Ruth around the kitchen table with a group of Flanigans...my Dad Bill, Aunt Rose, Ruth's mother Ruth and Aunt Shirl with assorted Flanigan and Levanway and Student children. They made me laugh. she was a blessing. Kind and compassionate. Beautiful too. We will miss her!
Love, Susan Flanigan
Myra Terry
July 10, 2013
My condolences to the Flanigan family. I met Ruth when she was a member of our church in Albany. She truly loved the Lord.
Dom & Ellen Brignola
July 10, 2013
Ruth: You are a true blessing, and we so much enjoyed our time together at Victorious Life. You freely shared your faith in Christ as your Lord and Savior with such graciousness and humility, that I am confident Yeshua stood up with boldness to introduce you to His heavenly ranks and welcomed you into God's presence. Enjoy the reward of your great faith. We will see you soon.
Love, Dom & Ellen
July 10, 2013
Clara,
I am so sorry to know of Ruth's death.
Please know that she and you are in my prayers. Pat O'Grady
I have thought many times about you, your lovely Mom and Dad also. May Ruth rest in the peace of her Lord and saviour.
Pat
Anna Calsolaro
July 10, 2013
Ruth lived her life for Jesus showing His love to all. I am blessed to have known her, she was always an encouragement to me and a prayer warrior standing in the gap for many. Her friendship over the years never wavered even though we were on opposite sides of the world. I will miss her joyful smiling face and her deep abiding love for Jesus that she shared with me and all who knew her. May the Lord's comfort be with her sister Clara and her family who Ruth loved deeply.
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