Wednesday, December 17, 2014
My mom's (Patricia Allman LeVine) cousin makes Ruth my first cousin removed. However, this feels too much like a peer, instead I view Ruth as an authority figure keeping watch of faith-family-English diction-results- and personal integrity.
A classic "New England-er", fiercely independent, tough, and kind. She valued faith, education, family, and personal responsibility. To these, she delivered every day of her life. I have learned from her diligent letter writing, to use the gift of a letter for communication of loyalty, love, and commitment. I take solace and comfort knowing that Ruth never asked for or needed much but took great pleasure in exchanging letters from family about everyday events of life. To that end we knew her well and will miss her, think of her, and remember her.... particularly during this and future Christmas Holiday Seasons.
Rest in Peace Ruth
Love Billy, Minna, Kaija, Jonna, Duane, Sanna LeVine
