Ruth is someone who touched my life so subtly, yet so deeply. This memory is a snapshot in my mind of a walk a group of us were doing and the snapshot is of my eldest stepson Ben talking to Ruth and he's waiting for her, offering to help her at a stile. Ben and I had a turbulent relationship at the time, but Ruth was happily talking to him, listening. I remembered thinking, I want to be like that. I spoke to Ruth afterwards, who commented what a lovely young man Ben is. Getting to know her, I realised that she was someone very strong in her beliefs and was happy to discuss with anyone about their beliefs or ideas. She was a patient and kind lady, who had time for everyone. For a petite lady, she will leave a big hole. Rest in peace Ruth and we'll meet again in God's Kingdom