Celebrating the life of
Ruth Klingon Barragan
January 21, 1921 - March 02, 2011
Ruth Elizabeth Klingon Barragan
Ruth Elizabeth Klingon Barragan, 90, went to Heaven on Wednesday, March 2, 2011. She was born January 21, 1921 in Columbus, GA., daughter of the late Mildred Cook Klingon and Arthur Joseph Klingon. She moved with her parents to Savannah, GA in 1932 as a young girl and graduated from Savannah High School in 1938. She graduated from Armstrong Junior College in 1940. Ruth married Frank Barragan, Jr. on May 10, 1941 at Blessed Sacrament Church in Savannah and, at the time of her passing, they were in their 70th year of a loving life together.
Upon her husband's return from WWII, Ruth was the foundation of support for Frank's life long career in the Natural Gas Industry. During this time she made many dear friends, friendships that lasted a lifetime. Ruth nurtured and educated their 4 children, her pride and joy. She was involved with various groups and activities. Ruth enjoyed her travels with Frank both at home and abroad. Ruth was a beautiful Southern Lady with a huge heart full of giving and caring for others.
Ruth and Frank have resided at The Marshes on Skidaway Island in Savannah since 2008. Ruth enjoyed with Frank being members of the Oglethorpe Club, Savannah Yacht Club, Savannah Golf Club and The Landings Club in Savannah, Highland Country Club and the Assembly Club in Fayetteville, NC, Cape Fear Country Club and the Surf Club in Wilmington, NC. Ruth and Frank have had many good times over the years with the members of The Rufus Club, a group of special high school friends. Ruth was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Savannah, St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Fayetteville, NC and St. James Catholic Church in Savannah.
Ruth was preceded in death not only by her parents but by her brother, Arthur Joseph Klingon, Jr., and her daughter in law, Barbara Tiller Barragan.
Ruth is survived by her devoted husband Frank, the love of her life. Their 4 children are Susan Barragan Fitzpatrick and her husband John of Orange Park, FL, Joseph Bruce Barragan of Savannah, Frank Klingon Barragan and his wife Gaye of Fayetteville, NC, and Ruthie Barragan Clark and her husband Preston of Charlotte, NC. Ruth is affectionately called GaGa by her 10 special grandchildren, each of whom she joyfully rocked as babies. They are John Fitzpatrick Catherine, Maggie Barragan, Mollie Morgan Dave, Elizabeth Barragan, Francie Barragan, Frank Barragan, Matthew Barragan, Pres Clark, Will Clark Justine, and Marianna Clark. GaGa's 3 great grandchildren are Annie Cate Fitzpatrick, Amelia Fitzpatrick and JoHannah Morgan. Ruth is also survived by her sisters in law Greta Rouse Klingon, Sister Mary Fidelis Barragan, RSM and Patty Barragan Schreck, along with several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Ruth's life with a Memorial Mass will be held at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 1003 Victory Drive in Savannah on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. with her nephews, Monsignor Chris Schreck and Fr. Gerry Schreck officiating.
Visitation with the family will follow the Memorial Service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in honor of Ruth's life may be sent to The Frank and Ruth Barragan Leadership Fund, Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419
The family also is appreciative of the care given Ruth by Hospice Savannah and the staff of The Marshes.
Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel is assisting the Barragan family.
Dear Frank, I saw Ruth's obituary in our paper.I am very sorry for your great loss. I remember her beauty and her wonderful graciousness. I really miss seeing all the guys at Methodist hope to see you if you come to wilmington. Love Chuck Noe
- chuck noe, wilmington, NC
Dear Frank & Gaye, Ruthie & Preston, So sorry to hear about your loss. No matter what age are parents are when we lose them, we still feel the loss. Miss seeing you. Regards, Mike & Barbara
- Barbara Perkins, Raleigh, NC
We were sorry to hear of her passing-she was truly a Southern Belle and I always enjoyed seeing and talking to her. Blessings to all her family.
- Bill and Sue Perkins, Fayetteville, NC
Dear Mr. Barragan So sorry to learn of Mrs. Barragan,pasting. You both were wonderful to know and could hear the love you both shared. Know that my Heart and prayers are with you and family. remembering always Wanda
- Wanda Whitaker, Fayetteville, NC
Mr. Barragan, Frank, Gaye, Ruthie and Ruth's family, we were saddened to read of your loss. It was wonderful knowing such a delightful and fun lady. Ruth was alway the true 'Southern Lady'. Our deepest sympathy to each of you and to those that loved her and will miss her.
- Genny Lou and Bob Exum, Fayetteville, NC
I was saddened to learn of my Aunt Ruth's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Uncle Frank,Bruce,Susan,Ruthie,'Little' Frank,and families. Your warm memories of this wonderful lady will comfort you always. I send my love and deepest sympathy.
- Cecilia Hadley, Dunwoody, GA
I am so grateful that I had the privilege of living next door to Mr. & Mrs. Barragan for eight years. I have wonderful memories of Mrs. Barragan and I sitting on her porch talking and she sharing so many wonderful stories of her life. My job as a manager at Highland Country Club had long, late hours and Mr. Barragan told me once that Miss Ruth wouldn't go to bed until my car was in the driveway and she knew I was home safe and sound. How lucky I was to have such a wonderful guardian angel watching out for me! I'm sending strength to the family through my prayers. Please know that my happiest memories of Fayetteville will always include Mrs. Barragan.
- Cindy Bonilla, Fayetteville, NC
Ruthie and Bruce, The Ray family sends its condolences. If there's anything we can do to help, just let us know.
- Patricia Ray, Savannah, GA
Please accept my sympathy for your loss.
- T BRUCE BYRD, DUNN, NC
Please accept my sympathy for your families loss
- Margie Graves, IRWIN, NC
Carol and I are currently out of the country. We were truly saddened when we received the e-mail regarding the news of this wonderful lady's passing. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all.
- Frank & Carol Stout, Fayetteville, NC
Noel and Phil Harris are distraught to learn of Ruth's death. What a grand, delightful lady who brought sunshine everywhere she went. What a joy to be able to call her a friend. Frank-with a little help from you, Phil credits Ruth with getting him hired by NCNG. We will always be grateful to you both. We send our lov3 and most sincere sympathy. Noel and Phil Harris
- Noel ans Phil Harris, Fayetteville, NC
Noel and Phil Harris are distraught to learn of Ruth's death. What a grand, delightful lady who brought sunshine everywhere she went. What a joy to be able to call her a friend. Frank-with a little help from you, Phil credits Ruth with getting him hired by NCNG. We will always be grateful to you both. We send our lov3 and most sincere sympathy. Noel and Phil Harris
- Noel ans Phil Harris, Fayetteville, NC
Mr Barrigan and family our prayers go out to you and your family during these times from the Frank Barragan JR LNG Plant staff
- Michael Cox, Four Oaks, NC
Dear Ruthie & Family, We are keeping you all in our thoughts and are sending to you our sincere condolences. With deepest sympathy, Shelli, Doug & Darienne Hammer
- Shelli Hammer, Chesterfield, VA
Bruce, you, your Dad, brother and wonderful sisters will be in my prayers as I also pray for the repose of the soul of your beautiful mother. She was a joy to be around. God bless you.
- Tommy Stevens, Roswell, GA
Words are never enough at a time like this, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for the opportunity to come into your lives during this difficult time. We feel blessed to have had the opportunity to meet Mrs. Barragan, Mr. Barragan and her family. With deepest sympathy Debra Anthony Larson and on behalf Hospice Savannah, Inc. staff
- Debra Anthony Larson, Savannah, GA
Few people have a chance to know someone as remarkable as my grandmother 'Gaga.' I'm lucky to have been one of them. Love you and miss you so!
- Mollie Morgan, Charleston, SC
Dear Frank, I saw Ruth's obituary in our paper.I am very sorry for your great loss. I remember her beauty and her wonderful graciousness. I really miss seeing all the guys at Methodist hope to see you if you come to wilmington. Love Chuck Noe
- chuck noe, wilmington, NC
Dear Frank & Gaye, Ruthie & Preston, So sorry to hear about your loss. No matter what age are parents are when we lose them, we still feel the loss. Miss seeing you. Regards, Mike & Barbara
- Barbara Perkins, Raleigh, NC
We were sorry to hear of her passing-she was truly a Southern Belle and I always enjoyed seeing and talking to her. Blessings to all her family.
- Bill and Sue Perkins, Fayetteville, NC
Dear Mr. Barragan So sorry to learn of Mrs. Barragan,pasting. You both were wonderful to know and could hear the love you both shared. Know that my Heart and prayers are with you and family. remembering always Wanda
- Wanda Whitaker, Fayetteville, NC
Mr. Barragan, Frank, Gaye, Ruthie and Ruth's family, we were saddened to read of your loss. It was wonderful knowing such a delightful and fun lady. Ruth was alway the true 'Southern Lady'. Our deepest sympathy to each of you and to those that loved her and will miss her.
- Genny Lou and Bob Exum, Fayetteville, NC
I was saddened to learn of my Aunt Ruth's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Uncle Frank,Bruce,Susan,Ruthie,'Little' Frank,and families. Your warm memories of this wonderful lady will comfort you always. I send my love and deepest sympathy.
- Cecilia Hadley, Dunwoody, GA
I am so grateful that I had the privilege of living next door to Mr. & Mrs. Barragan for eight years. I have wonderful memories of Mrs. Barragan and I sitting on her porch talking and she sharing so many wonderful stories of her life. My job as a manager at Highland Country Club had long, late hours and Mr. Barragan told me once that Miss Ruth wouldn't go to bed until my car was in the driveway and she knew I was home safe and sound. How lucky I was to have such a wonderful guardian angel watching out for me! I'm sending strength to the family through my prayers. Please know that my happiest memories of Fayetteville will always include Mrs. Barragan.
- Cindy Bonilla, Fayetteville, NC
Ruthie and Bruce, The Ray family sends its condolences. If there's anything we can do to help, just let us know.
- Patricia Ray, Savannah, GA
Please accept my sympathy for your loss.
- T BRUCE BYRD, DUNN, NC
Please accept my sympathy for your families loss
- Margie Graves, IRWIN, NC
Carol and I are currently out of the country. We were truly saddened when we received the e-mail regarding the news of this wonderful lady's passing. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all.
- Frank & Carol Stout, Fayetteville, NC
Noel and Phil Harris are distraught to learn of Ruth's death. What a grand, delightful lady who brought sunshine everywhere she went. What a joy to be able to call her a friend. Frank-with a little help from you, Phil credits Ruth with getting him hired by NCNG. We will always be grateful to you both. We send our lov3 and most sincere sympathy. Noel and Phil Harris
- Noel ans Phil Harris, Fayetteville, NC
Noel and Phil Harris are distraught to learn of Ruth's death. What a grand, delightful lady who brought sunshine everywhere she went. What a joy to be able to call her a friend. Frank-with a little help from you, Phil credits Ruth with getting him hired by NCNG. We will always be grateful to you both. We send our lov3 and most sincere sympathy. Noel and Phil Harris
- Noel ans Phil Harris, Fayetteville, NC
Mr Barrigan and family our prayers go out to you and your family during these times from the Frank Barragan JR LNG Plant staff
- Michael Cox, Four Oaks, NC
Dear Ruthie & Family, We are keeping you all in our thoughts and are sending to you our sincere condolences. With deepest sympathy, Shelli, Doug & Darienne Hammer
- Shelli Hammer, Chesterfield, VA
Bruce, you, your Dad, brother and wonderful sisters will be in my prayers as I also pray for the repose of the soul of your beautiful mother. She was a joy to be around. God bless you.
- Tommy Stevens, Roswell, GA
Words are never enough at a time like this, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for the opportunity to come into your lives during this difficult time. We feel blessed to have had the opportunity to meet Mrs. Barragan, Mr. Barragan and her family. With deepest sympathy Debra Anthony Larson and on behalf Hospice Savannah, Inc. staff
- Debra Anthony Larson, Savannah, GA
Few people have a chance to know someone as remarkable as my grandmother 'Gaga.' I'm lucky to have been one of them. Love you and miss you so!
- Mollie Morgan, Charleston, SC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
