Ruby St. John Torrence

Ruby “Meme” St. John Torrence, age 89, of Rustburg passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. She was born on August 23, 1931 in Campbell County, daughter of the late Conley Percy St. John and the late Lilly Sue Smith St. John. Ruby was a member of New Chapel Baptist Church and was retired from Campbell County Schools. She loved Karaoke, dancing, bingo, and her flowers. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank Andrew Torrence; a daughter, Ruby Diane Torrence; 4 brothers, Pete St. John, Bo St. John, Morrell St. John and Conley St. John and 2 sisters, Susie Hamlett and Freida Anderson. She is survived by 3 children, Andy Torrence and wife Allana, Becky T. Kershner and husband Joe, and Matthew T. Torrence and wife Debbie. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. There will be an open time to pay your respects from 9-5 on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. A visitation will be held from 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm on Monday, March 1, 2021 at New Chapel Baptist Church followed by a celebration of life at 2:00 pm with Rev. Tim Dooley officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. When attending services, please maintain social distancing and wear a mask for everyone’s safety. You are encouraged to post a memory, note, or words of condolence to the family by going to the funeral home website at www.whittentimberlake.com.