Ruby Vernice Knigge, 91, went to be with the Lord on May 21, 2017. Ruby was born on December 8, 1925 to Hertha and Herman Knigge in Houston. She was baptized on January 17, 1926 at Messiah Lutheran Church and confirmed at Messiah on April 2, 1939.
She graduated from Sam Houston Sr. High School in 1943. Ruby was a career Shell employee and retired in
Messiah Lutheran Church
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Ruby Vernice Knigge, 91, went to be with the Lord on May 21, 2017. Ruby was born on December 8, 1925 to Hertha and Herman Knigge in Houston. She was baptized on January 17, 1926 at Messiah Lutheran Church and confirmed at Messiah on April 2, 1939.
She graduated from Sam Houston Sr. High School in 1943. Ruby was a career Shell employee and retired in
1989. She enjoyed travelling with her sisters and friends and loved to plan bus trips to various places in the Lone Star State. She faithfully served her Lord and Savior at Messiah as Treasurer, Sunday School teacher, choir member, and in Martha's Circle and Ladies' Aid.
Ruby was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters, Norma Lockey and Mabel Knigge. She is survived by her loving church family, neighbors, and friends.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 24 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 816 Roy Street, Houston with funeral service following at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Tim Engel officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Messiah Lutheran Church or charity of your choice.
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