Ruth, We had 25 years together and we had good and bad times but I only remember the good times.  All of the parties we had at the houses and at the grand kids and great grand-kids houses.  I remember when I wanted to help fixing Thanksgiving dinner with you and after that it became my job because you said, OK you got this and it was all on me after that, except for prepping the sweet potatoes for me to make.  I love you and miss you very much.  You will always be in my heart and memories but I know you are happy now that you are with Sonny, Cathy and Janice and all of your brothers. 

What I will always remember is her silliness, humor, stubbornness and most of all how she loved. She liked her daughters,but loved her grandchildren and how she loved her great grandchildren. Her smile was always pure. I love you and will miss you always. 

Hey Mom you had good, bad, happy and sad times but I am focused on the good and the happy times.  The birthday parties that you enjoyed if it was for you or a member of the family(that also includes our "other parties").   All the grandchildren's and great grandchildren's events.  Let see it started with baseball with David then he and Dawn moved on to soccer.  Eric and Morgan at ASM music school and all the festivals that you and dad went to.  Eric playing football and going into the Marines.  Then going to Ivan's football games and to watch Sandrine cheer.  The cheerleading competions we went to.  Then came Zoey who played soccer and Makayla that followed in her big sister's footsteps and became a cheerleader.   Makayla when she wasn't cheering she started playing softball.  You got to them all .  You were always happy to see them do whatever it was.   You were one tough ole bird and just kept on going. You gave us your love and a piece of your mind when we needed it. Wanted you for a few more years but I guess it was time for you to go see dad,  Kathy and Janice and the rest of the clan.  We will miss you but you will be in our hearts forever.  Love You

Debbie, Wayne and Family:  So sorry for your loss.  She's in heaven now  with your Dad, my Mom and Dad and I'm sure they are together and remembering all the years they had together.  Am happy we were able to connect and share a few memories and to have her meet my husband, my son (her great nephew ), his wife and children.  Too many years went by without this meeting.  We were able to meet a time or two after that, but we had some fun reliving the earlier days in those visits.  Sorry it couldn't have been more often.  Love you, Bunny Abbott (niece).

To a wonderful woman and I called her gma! She was a very special lady and was part of my life in ways I can not explain. She loved her birds and I loved her passion and how she cared for everyone. I will miss her and the times we did spend together. Though she might be gone from here, but she is still within our hearts and watching over us all the time. Such a caring woman and always showed it no matter what she may have been going through and even if you might have been going through something in life, she would always give some encouraging words and make you smile. She will always be loved and missed by many. Much love always and God bless you and guide you in your new new! Love always and forever Donna ❣️

Mom is my heart, but you were my soul. 

Grandma was one of a kind.  She’d walk Eric & I to school every morning and be there every afternoon to pick us up.   After school, we’d have ice cream and watch tv.  She was never the disciplinarian for me. She’d always say, “Wait until Grandpa gets home. “. That’s how you knew you were really in trouble.  She helped with me with homework, fed me, bathed me, taught me and laughed with/at me.  If she was ever disappointed in me, she never told me. She was just there for me.  She helped me become the person I am today.  And if I do say so myself...I think I turned out pretty good.  I will cherish the memories  that everyone knows,  but I will hold tight to the memories that I’ve kept secret.  You!  You were...you.  I’d like to say you were the lucky one, having us as a family.   But that my beautiful Grandma would be a lie. It was us that were lucky to have you. I’m so glad you were born and I am beyond words to have had you. To have shared life and air with you will be my greatest treasure!

I love you a bushel and a peck, a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck!! ❤️❤️

Dear Wayne & Debbie,
Your beautiful Mother. I felt so loved by her. She cared deeply. 

I will miss her phone calls. One day she said, "Ya know you are not only my niece you are my friend". (tears).  Our last phone call she said, "WOW we really talked a long time". She thanked me for the Valentine's card. 

 I will hold you in my 💓 forever Aunt Ruth.

I look forward to your phone calls Wayne & Debbie.  Love you very much.

Your Cousin,
LeAnn 

Great grandma you were definitely the greatest of them all! I am so blessed to have you come into my life and be such a supporting and loving great grandmother for me and my siblings! I loved your love for birds and how positive you were! Thank you for coming to all my cheerleading games and any other way you supported me! I wish you could see me graduate however I know you will be looking down on me from heaven cheering me on! Love you 💕

I am so sorry for your loss.  I enjoyed getting to know Ruth these last several years at the softball park, at the football field, or at any of the other activities with the kiddos.  She was always eager to cheer Makayla on and had a smile on her face.  I will miss having her there beside us.  <3 

Ruth was just the sweetest lady.  I loved that twinkle in her eyes and her mischievous grin.  She had such a beautiful smile and her laugh was just contagious.  She loved her family, especially her Grandkids and was always there for them.  Treasure the memories and remember all of the good times.  Our love and prayers are with each of you.  Rest in Peace, Ruth.  



We had the honor of meeting Ruth through our dear friends Eric and Maureen and their family. . 
  Through the years, our families shared many occasions together .Ruth was so pleasant to be around . She was always joyful and smiling and made us all laugh . We will never forget how sweet and gentle and kind hearted she was . She always made us feel like we were family too.  We are truly blessed and thankful to have been a part of her beautiful life and will miss her dearly . Sending our love thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all with strength , peace and His loving comfort. 

18 years ago i got blessed to have you become my Grandma in law you were so welcoming and loved me and my kids as if you always had us! Then we were blessed with Makayla another grandchild for you to love and cheer on and she adored you. You were amazing lady coming to football, cheerleading, softball games and u could handle the 95 degree weather better than me! I will always be greatful to have had you in our lives, i will definitely miss you and your smile and of course playing with your beautiful white curly hair!! See you again one day in heaven, until then enjoy paradise love you!!

Ruth was the kindest and most gentle person I knew.    She was always there for Eric and Morgan and any of the “adopted kids” from the Music School.    She always had words of encouragement no matter the situation.   I will always remember her smile and infectious laugh.    Rest In Peace       All my love to you and your family.     ❤️❤️

Ruth gave us a lot of laughs. Such a beautiful lady to be around. We were fortunate to have known Ruth through meeting her at ASM Music school with her daughter Debbie, Debbie’s hubby Wayne and Debbie’s kids Eric and Morgan. What wonderful music competition times together.. and Ruth was always there for her Grandkids, Eric and Morgan. Such great family memories at Wayne& Debbie’s home with Ruth’s wonderful smile. 
Ruth is smiling in Heaven now and Heaven is happy.

Rest In Peace beautiful kind lady. Thank you for raising a wonderful daughter who raised an  amazing son that married my sister and gave us all a extended  blessed family. ♥️

Grandma was such a wonderful person.   I remember when we were younger and she was at the house everyday after school waiting for us to get home.  She was always ironing when I got home.  I never understood where it all came from but believe that without her my parents clothes would be a wrinkled mess. No matter what she was doing she always asked about my day and listened to what i had to say.  I miss her and always will.

Ruth was such a warm and loving lady. I remember  her when Eric and Morgan were little and she was always there for whatever they were doing. All the parties and cook-outs we shared will always be special memories for us. Please know we are there with you in spirit and love and you are all in our prayers. RIP Dear Ruth you are wrapped in the arms of our lord..

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Ruth E. Johnson

May 26, 1924 – March 20, 2019

Hardage - Giddens Holly Hill Funeral Home

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