Arrangements for the funeral of Ruth Needham
Tuesday 15th December 2020 1pm
Robin Hood Crematorium
Ruth’s family will be attending a ceremony at Robin Hood crematorium on 15th December to say goodbye to her.
Sadly due to the current coronavirus pandemic, funerals are being limited to close family members only in a crematorium, so the service is by invitation only.
A live webcast of the service however will be available for those people who are unable to attend.
To access the webcast follow the link to the Obitus website and input the username and password details below.
Username: Huxi0820
Password: 773235
You can login to the Obitus website at any time to view a test connection (and we strongly recommend you do this) but you’ll only be able to view the Live Webcast between approx. 1:00 and 2:0pm on Tuesday 15th December.
The family intends to arrange a celebration of Ruth’s life in 2021, once it’s safe to do so and the coronavirus restrictions are relaxed. If you would like to be kept informed about the celebration, please email ruthneedhamwithlove@gmail.com
Donations
If you would like to make a donation in Ruth’s memory, here are the links to two charities that reflect Ruth’s values and beliefs
www.amnesty.org
www.crisis.org.uk
Flowers
If you would like to send flowers, please arrange for your florist to call A Natural Undertaking to arrange a suitable time for delivery.
Please share this link with anyone you feel should be aware of Ruth’s funeral.
Ruth’s family welcome any tributes, words of remembrance and stories about her so do feel free to leave any messages at the bottom of this webpage. (Please note comments are moderated so do not go live immediately)
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I’ve known Ruth a long time – lost contact, reconnected at One Spirit. And, hopefully, supported her on a part of this journey. Such a gorgeous soul, always striving to learn, always putting others first. I will miss her calm kindness. With love Jane xx
It was a pleasure to know Ruth. Such a gracious, beautiful lady with so much kindness and caring inside that she was willing to share.
I felt so privileged to spend time with her during our ministry training and she gave me such a gift when she spent time with me and wrote my living eulogy that I treasure and my family will too. Thank you Ruth, forever in so many hearts and you’ll never be forgotten. 💖
Ruth resonated a lightness, humility and sincerity that touched me profoundly. Her resolve to be active in her ministry to the very end leaves me deeply humbled and honoured. You will always be my teacher Ruth, and I know you’re not far away. Back where you belong. Thank you for being with us and amongst us, showing the way. X.
Ruth….such a lovely kind person who connected deeply with those she touched. She will be profoundly missed xxxxx
Ruth was a warm funny and very spiritual person Her friendship with & support of Indhu was something so many of us admired. Sharon & I feel blessed to have known her. Rest in peace darling Ruth , we will miss you . Susie & Sharon xxx
So sorry to lose you Ruth, and at such an early age too! We will all miss you. It was great to have you, and the rest of your extended family, as friends and neighbours while growing up on Orston Drive in the 1960s and the 1970s.
Sincerest condolences to Paul, Helen, Sue and Ruth’s extended family. Thinking too of Meg and all of Ruth’s friends on the loss of beloved Ruth. Ruth became a wonderful friend through our OneSpirit journey, warm, wise and whom I loved dearly. I will miss her and I hold her close to my heart. May she rest in peace. Ar dheis De go raibh a hanam dilis. Love Evelyn xxx
I met Ruth when we both worked at Performance Partnership, Ruth was such a dear friend and we shared so many laughs and joyous moments together. Ruth was such a warm, loving and caring person, always willing to put others before herself and often at cost to herself. Our personalities and characteristics were very different but we blended together and complemented each other perfectly. Her spirituality shone through and her belief in everything good was inspirational. Ruth’s birthday card to me arrived a few days late and I texted her to say thank you and wish her well on the day that she died. I can’t help but believe this was our spiritual connection. Ruth, you will be sorely missed. With all my love. Helen
Ruth was a wonderful person. Sincere, kind, generous, funny, loving, supportive. We miss her.
Ruth was such an inspirational woman to so many people. She truly walked her talk and shone her light out into the world with great courage, authenticity and an open heart. I feel so lucky to have had Ruth in my life and will miss her unconditional love and compassion. Go gently mighty woman♥️
Remembering Ruth today…her grace, her beauty and her shining presence when she smiled. Very touching to be able to be part of the circle holding her and her friends and family through this funeral service. Sending love and prayers to you all as we release Ruth into the light. I feel blessed to have been ordained alongside her.
I knew Ruth for a few years ans was at her Ordination in 2018. She touched my heart and soul. The service was so so beautiful thank you all. I went for a long work after the service and picked up some leaves to keep in a few books. Thank you Ruth for touching my life with your deep gentle touch. Namaste.
Yesterday I sent Ruth my annual text for her birthday (what would have been her 60th). I had a bad feeling when I sent it and when I didn’t hear back I Googled her and discovered the very sad news of her passing. My late first wife (Martine Delamere) first met Ruth in 1983. We three became good friends and Ruth was at our wedding. Ruth also became my agent when I embarked on a career scriptwriting. But she was more than an agent, she was a dear friend. Over the past few years, we never lost touch if annual Christmas and birthday greetings as well the very occasional text count as not losing touch. I will always remember her kindness, humility, calmness, humour, generosity and love. The word ‘selfless’ was made for her. She was a beautiful person. The world is a sadder place without her.
Ruth was my coach at work for the past six years. The first time we spoke she ‘threw the corporate book out’ as she realised I didn’t need that and we connected on a very personal level. She ‘got me’ me really quickly and was more like a work therapist than a coach. Her insight, wisdom, humour and spirituality were so powerful and she helped me through some difficult times. I sent her an email to book my next session and when she didn’t reply I thought something was amiss and contacted her company who told me the shocking news of her passing. I want to acknowledge her great kindness here and the profound effect she had in my life. Thank you Ruth and may the angels be with you always.