Cecile Berlin
My deepest condolences to the beautiful family of Mrs. Rubena Woodbine.
Ms. Ruby, my teacher, my friend, I love you and cannot imagine a world without you. I think I met you when I was around 11 years old, and I am now 64. Jamaica, land we love! I loved all our conversations about all things home. I loved that every conversation included Jesus and his love. I loved the way you loved and cared for others; Unconditionally.
Ms. Ruby had her way of doing things and that’s the way it was so if I needed a re-adjustment once in a while, a stern voice may set me straight but soon after I would hear that memorable laugh and feel that unconditional love. For Ms. Ruby, there was nothing that Jesus couldn’t do, and prayer and the Bible were part of her daily walk. She never let me forget to always keep Jesus with me. She lived her life with incredible strength and beauty and walked with pride and perseverance.
May you rest in perfect peace Ms. Ruby. You will forever be in my heart.
With love and admiration.
Cecile, Dennis and Matthew Berlin
