Ruby Mae Van-Dorn
September 09, 1947 - July 03, 2017
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Ruby Mae Van-Dorn
September 09, 1947 - July 03, 2017
Obituary
Ruby Mae Van Dorn, age 69, a longtime resident of Sandy Point and Birch Bay passed away on July 3, 2017, at Whatcom Hospice House in Bellingham, WA. Ruby was born on September 9, 1947 in Wenatchee, WA, the daughter of Robert De Lee and Audrey Mae (Hill) Turner. She was raised in both, Mt. Vernon and Kennewick, WA. She graduated from Kennewick High School. Ruby worked in the bulb fields, poultry processing plant, and made her final career with her own cleaning business. Family always came first with Ruby, doting on her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed growing flowers in her beautiful garden. She had a beautiful smile and a laugh that was contagious. She was a source of inspiration and courage, always the first to reach out and help others, a selfless heart. She attended North Bay Christ the King Church in Birch Bay and was a member of a local Bible study group. Ruby is survived by her two children; daughter Tanna (Dennis) Kluss of Coeur d’Alene, ID and son Forrest Van Dorn of Eureka, CA; dad Von Ray Waldrop of Big Lake, WA; sister Shirley (Lloyd) Watkinson of Burlington, WA; grandchildren Haley (Cody) Johnson of Post Falls, ID, Devin Kluss of Coeur d’Alene, ID and Benjamin Walls of Eugene, OR; one great grandchild; ex-husband Jerry Van Dorn; nieces and nephews Scott, Marisa, Jax and Camryn Reetz; Zach, Tina, Penelope, Eloisa and Wade Watkinson; step mom Lorraine and half-sisters Anita and Ginger; aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert Turner and Audrey Waldrop; brother Jimmy Ray Waldrop and sister Audrey Ellen Saldivar.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, July 5, at 12:00 PM at Moles Farewell Tributes2039 Main St., Ferndale with Pastor Tyler Michel officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to North Bay Christ the King.
Celebration Of Life
- Date & Time: January 1, 1970 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: Moles Farewell Tributes - Ferndale
- Location: 2039 Main St Ferndale, WA 98248 - (Get Directions)
7 responses to Ruby Mae Van-Dorn
Patty Anderson says:
July 3, 2017
She was one of the kindest souls ever. I am heartbroken to be so far away at this time. I will miss her fantastic summer garden and her generous spirit. She deserved better.
Williams Family says:
July 3, 2017
The loss of a cherished loved one is the most devastating experiences a family can face. At times, the loss may seem unbearable. Please know that there are people who care and more importantly Psalm 34:18 tells us that “God is near to those that are broken at heart. He is the God of all comfort. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time of grief.
Sharon Miller says:
July 3, 2017
Rest in peace, Ruby . . .
Joan Smith says:
July 3, 2017
Ruby was and is God’s light for us all. She quietly gave her all to anybody that needed a helping hand and shared her beautiful smile always. Rest in peace Ruby–we all love you.
Hillary Rockwell says:
July 3, 2017
Ruby was truly a treasure – she was such a selfless, generous soul. Ruby served on the “Hands and Feet” ministry at North Bay CTK and truly lived out being the hands and feet of Jesus. Even through all of the times she had cancer treatments, she willingly helped those needing house cleaning and meals. Her sweet, calm spirit reflected her love of God and genuinely touched all who knew her. She will be greatly missed.
With love,
Hillary Rockwell