As Ruthi Neely, Circle 555 Statewide Coordinator, enters retirement, we are sharing several blog posts honoring her legacy. This blog is written by Kitty Cash, Ruthi’s sister-in-law and friend.
I was twelve the summer my brother, Bob, and Ruthi worked together at Ridgecrest. From the moment I met Ruthi, I loved her. I am so thankful God placed her in our family.
Left to right: Ruthi and Kitty
Ruthi has been my sister for over 50 years, but she is also my friend. One thing I cherish about my relationship with Ruthi is that she always points me back to the truth of Jesus. From the chaos of junior high to high school years, and on into my early days of marriage, she has been a consistent encourager and an honest voice of Biblical truth. Our conversations sitting beside the pool while watching our children swim are some that I remember fondly.
Over the years, our children grew up and grandchildren came. Now much of our time is spent talking things out and praying. Ruthi always prays. She doesn’t promise to pray, she prays immediately.
As with any true sister, we have shared many laughs and plenty of tears. We have walked some difficult roads together and I am so glad to have her in my life.
Ruthi is my sister, my friend, my encourager, and my prayer partner. I thank God for the gift He gave me in Ruthi.