Memorial Service Date: Saturday, January 20, 2024
Memorial Service Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Memorial Service Location: Grace Bible Church of Central Florida
801 Dorscher Road
Orlando, Florida
Obituary:
Ruth D. Steele, 70, of Orlando, FL, departed this life on Saturday, December 17, 2023. “Ruthie”, as she was affectionately known, was a ray of sunshine, born on June 29, 1953, to Cynthia Francis and Richardson Whiteman in St. George’s, Grenada.
Ruth dedicated her life to nursing, always caring for others with warmth and empathy. She had a generous spirit and was a wonderful mother, sister, daughter, and friend. She enjoyed being with her loved ones near and far. Her beautiful smile, infectious laugh, and spontaneous songs will remain in the hearts and souls of those who were lucky to know her best. Ruth touched many lives and will be sorely missed.
Ruth leaves her loving memories to be cherished by her husband Clyve, their daughters Mellissa, Tamara, Amy, her son-in-law, Robert, grandchildren Jackson and Sophia, several loving siblings, and a host of other relatives and many friends.
A service of memory will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 11:00am – 1:00pm at Grace Bible Church of Central Florida, 801 Dorscher Road, Orlando with Pastor Gene Pritchard, officiating.
7 Comments
Clive, it saddens my heart to see this wonderful lady leave so soon. Please accept my condolences. I remember her giggles and singing of Charlie Pride songs.God will take care of her always. Blessings my friend 🧡
Dear Ruth it is with great sadness to hear that you have passed on.
I always remember how our group met as student nurses training in London, coming from different parts of the world chatting and sharing stories. It quickly became obvious to everyone that you were an effortlessly talented nurse, and also how you would easily sing.
Then we all moved on to our different paths in life, with time passing so fast. I know your family will be missing you badly, and that you will forever be in the hearts of everyone. Clyve and family take courage.
I believe Ruth you are resting in perfect peace, and that we all will meet again.
Mari
London
I knew Ruth through nursing in the UK..She was senior to me but I found her to be professional and kind,willing to share her knowledge /skills and a good mentor .
I remember attending her wedding as I was a friend and colleague to her sister-in-law, Alison..We shared many laughs.She will be missed by all whose lives she touched over the years as we will all have our own special memories 🥲
May fond memories bring comfort to all especially the rest of her dear family.
RIP 🙏
May fond memories bring some comfortnow and beyond
Blessings
Yvonne Louis ( nee Gerald)
Today, we celebrate and bid farewell with a heavy heart, Ruth our big sister. A woman of Grenadian heritage whose heart was as vast as the Caribbean Sea and whom we dearly cherished and loved.
-Diane Whiteman Simeon
Auntie Ruth in so many ways was heaven sent. She was a 2nd mother to us and a dear supportive sister to my mother. She was always there regardless of distance and time. She will be greatly missed. She was loved, deeply cherished and appreciated.
Ruth you were a sister and a friend I will miss you dearly May your soul rest in Eternal Peace you know how I loved you. God be with you till we meet again..
A wonderfully brilliant nurse and a generous friend, wife and mother. Thanks for all you blessed with your life and what you did for my family.
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