Celebrating the life of
Ruby Lee DeLoach Reese
November 25, 1924 - April 24, 2015
Loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother
Ruby Lee DeLoach Reese, 90, was taken in the arms of her heavenly Father, Friday, April 24, 2015 at Azalealand Nursing Home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Metter, Georgia, daughter of Lowery and Ella Jane Lanier DeLoach. Mrs. Reese was a longtime resident of Savannah. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother that gave selflessly to her Lord, family and friends. Mrs. Reese was a former member of Riverside Baptist Church where she was active in many church activities, including teaching Sunday school for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, William I. Reese, son, Billy Reese and sister, Eloise Cardell.
Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Dennis Barfield of Savannah; daughter-in-law, Gaye Reese of Savannah; grandchildren, Robert Brown of Savannah; Ryan Brown (Elizabeth) of Pooler; Rachel Missler (Nick) of Atlanta, GA; Brantley Barfield of Columbia, SC; Lisa Aster of Seale, AL; great grandchildren, Andrew, Luke, Reese and Leah Brown.
The funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, April 26, 2015 in the Islands Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park.
Remembrances may be made to Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St., Savannah, GA 31401 or Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
So sorry for your loss. Ruby & I have been friends since we were children. We have kept in touch over the years. She was one of the sweetest & kindest friends I have ever known. I will miss her but are comforted by the knowledge she is with her Lord & Savior. My prayers are with you. Edna Boyette Clair
- Edna Boyette Clair, Shalimar, FL
Enjoyed getting to know Ruby at Habersham House when my father, Rev. George Saunders, was there also. She liked to talk to everyone and will be remembered as a very caring person to all. May she rest in peace. God bless all of Ruby's family. Chris and Don Dasher
- chris dasher, Savannah, GA
What a priveledge it was to know Mrs. Ruby. She made everyone she came in contact with feel special and loved. She was a great prayer warrior for so many and a shining example of what a Christian should be. I have no doubt that when she entered into the presençe of Jesus he said, "well done thou good and faiithful servant enter into the joy of the Lord." Sorry we could not be there but know you are in our prayers.
- Joyce and Rick. Smith, Carrollton, Ga
Susan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord comfort you in the days ahead.Deepest sympathy to you.
- ALAN AND JUDY BROOKS, SAVANNAH, GA
Susan, I am sorry to hear of Ms. Ruby's passing but Joyful to know she is home with her Savior and Mr. Bill. May God bless and comfort you in the days and weeks to come.
- Tommy Brooks, Shreveport, La
My deepest condolence to the Reese family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more(Rev. 21:4). Also during the days to come, may Mrs. Reese's sweet memories fill your hearts with joy and peace.
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
I knew Ruby while at Habersham House. I knew her as a Christian and a sweet person. My sympathy to the family.
- Marjorie D. Jones, Collins,, GA
Susan, you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Reese certainly is one of the most unselfish, caring, loving, kind, and funny too, souls ever! She has inspired me to want to be a better person. That is her legacy-inspiring so many people to love and choose kindness! God Bless!
- Melanie Christian, Savannah, Ga
Susan, Your husband called today and let me kmow your mom passed away. Larry and I both send prayers to all of you.
- Glenda Addley, Aiken, SC
Momma Ruby, I'll miss you more than anything. You were my mentor, my mother figure and my best friend. Heaven must having a big party today with Billy, your husband and all those angels happy for having you. One day I'll see you again. Save me a room right next to you. I'll love you forever. Your Annie (as you used to call me: MyAnnie).
- Annie Morais, Tybee Island, GA
One of the sweetest, kindest women I have ever known. I know Mr. Bill and Billy welcomed her into heaven. Susan Brookshire
- Susan Brookshire, Athens, Ga
So sorry for your loss. Ruby & I have been friends since we were children. We have kept in touch over the years. She was one of the sweetest & kindest friends I have ever known. I will miss her but are comforted by the knowledge she is with her Lord & Savior. My prayers are with you. Edna Boyette Clair
- Edna Boyette Clair, Shalimar, FL
Enjoyed getting to know Ruby at Habersham House when my father, Rev. George Saunders, was there also. She liked to talk to everyone and will be remembered as a very caring person to all. May she rest in peace. God bless all of Ruby's family. Chris and Don Dasher
- chris dasher, Savannah, GA
What a priveledge it was to know Mrs. Ruby. She made everyone she came in contact with feel special and loved. She was a great prayer warrior for so many and a shining example of what a Christian should be. I have no doubt that when she entered into the presençe of Jesus he said, "well done thou good and faiithful servant enter into the joy of the Lord." Sorry we could not be there but know you are in our prayers.
- Joyce and Rick. Smith, Carrollton, Ga
Susan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord comfort you in the days ahead.Deepest sympathy to you.
- ALAN AND JUDY BROOKS, SAVANNAH, GA
Susan, I am sorry to hear of Ms. Ruby's passing but Joyful to know she is home with her Savior and Mr. Bill. May God bless and comfort you in the days and weeks to come.
- Tommy Brooks, Shreveport, La
My deepest condolence to the Reese family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more(Rev. 21:4). Also during the days to come, may Mrs. Reese's sweet memories fill your hearts with joy and peace.
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
I knew Ruby while at Habersham House. I knew her as a Christian and a sweet person. My sympathy to the family.
- Marjorie D. Jones, Collins,, GA
Susan, you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Reese certainly is one of the most unselfish, caring, loving, kind, and funny too, souls ever! She has inspired me to want to be a better person. That is her legacy-inspiring so many people to love and choose kindness! God Bless!
- Melanie Christian, Savannah, Ga
Susan, Your husband called today and let me kmow your mom passed away. Larry and I both send prayers to all of you.
- Glenda Addley, Aiken, SC
Momma Ruby, I'll miss you more than anything. You were my mentor, my mother figure and my best friend. Heaven must having a big party today with Billy, your husband and all those angels happy for having you. One day I'll see you again. Save me a room right next to you. I'll love you forever. Your Annie (as you used to call me: MyAnnie).
- Annie Morais, Tybee Island, GA
One of the sweetest, kindest women I have ever known. I know Mr. Bill and Billy welcomed her into heaven. Susan Brookshire
- Susan Brookshire, Athens, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
