Granny, As I sit here holding your second great great grandchild I think back to all the Christmas packages full of handmade gifts and the wonder of receiving a hand-signed birthday card every year without fail. We only met once when I was very young but I still felt like I knew you through your oldest daughter, my Nana. Thank you for being an amazing matriarch for this wonderful family. All my love, respect and admiration...

I apologize for my typo.....Nobobody will ever hold a candle to you, you paved the way for what a classy woman with a bit of sass should be.....is what I meant. Thank you for showing me the way, and being such a dignified pillar of strength always. I love you....Jacqui

SITTING HERE NOW WITH SNUFF AND GINGERSNAP; THINKING TO MYSELF,GLAD I DIDNT GET CAUGHT IN WEATHERS TRAP; FOR DESPITE THE WEATHERS ICE AND SNOW; I DECIDED ON TO THE AIRPORT I'D GO; FLIGHT CANCELLED AND I RETURNED HOME; NO MORE TODAY ON THE ICY STREETS I WOULD ROAM; SITTING HERE NOW WAITING FOR YOUR SECOND WAKE; MY HEART FEELING THE PAIN,THE PAIN IT MUST TAKE; I AM HERE AND YOU ALL ARE THERE; BUT KNOW IN YOUR HEARTS THAT JIMBOBBERS CARES: DEERSTEAK IN THE OVEN,THERE SLOW TO COOK; PERIODICALLY AT THE CLOCK I CONTINUE TO LOOK; SITTING HERE BY THE WOODSTOVE NOW GETTING HOT; TO EXPRESS MYSELF ON THIS COMPUTER IS ALL I GOT; HAVING ALL WRITTEN,NOT ABLE TO BE SAID; AN HONOR I THOUGHT IF SOME OF THIS WOULD BE READ; MY ONLY CHANCE TO HONOR GRANNY GROVER; FOR I DIDNT MAKE MY TRIP,AND THE TRIP WAS SOON OVER; IN MY HEART,TO ME SO INVITING; I PRAY AT THE WAKE,SOMEONE READS MY WRITING; FOR ITS MY LAST CHANCE,MY FINAL PLEA; WILL I GET THE CHANCE TO HONOR GRANNY,,,,,,,,

its almost time for your wake to be half over; you my grandma,you ruth grover; i can only hope and pray tonight; that i was honored with the words i did write; pain in your passing i have been smitten; and expressed myself in all that i have written,,,,,

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

JoAnn and RuthAnn I extend condolences and prayers to you and your family.There are so many wonderful memories of childhood adventures at your house, just up the street from mine.Your mom always made me feel welcome.

Granny, It's funny how the circle of life continues, with each new generation carrying on and over-lapping with the previous one or ones. As I am now a grandma myself, I can only hope and strive to be the kind of grandma that you were to me and all of our family: always there for us, rock solid and a pillar of strength; deeply respected; dearly loved. You lead by example and even though we lived far apart, you always were interested in our lives and made it a priority to be involved. A day that brought a letter or birthday card in the mail from Granny was a special day indeed! I will always cherish the many handmade items that you lovingly crafted for us over the years and as I wrap up in the last quilt that you made, I will be wrapped up in your love as well. May you rest in peace and know how very much you are missed. I love you, Suzanne

I'm sorry for your loss - granny was a lot of things to a lot of people and she will be greatly missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of sorrow.

We shall always include her in our thoughts and prayers as she did with us, even though we were far away. From a fellow Wheaton alumna, a fond farewell for a life well lived.

My thoughts and prayers are with you granny. You are truly a remarkable woman. You welcomed me and made me feel like family. I enjoyed you inviting me over for Christmas and listening to your stories of the past. I was always amazed at how you kept track of all your grandchildren and great grandchildren. You knew everyone's birthday and never missed one. I felt so blessed when you made little sweater outfits for my boys when they were born. I will treasure them forever. Thank you for showing me love that truly came from your heart! Your family was so lucky to have you with them all the time. God Bless!

I'm the daughter of Claire Simmons and grew up visiting Grovers in Hanson and being welcomed into her home as if I were a part of the family. Her quilts are pieces of art and just a "glance" into the legacy she has left behind. God Bless - Sally

OF COURSE YOU KNOW I DIDNT MAKE IT; NOW THE FREEZING RAIN EARLIER HAS HIT; BY THE WOODSTOVE ,,,ITS TOASTY AND GOOD; BUT THE SNOW IS NOW CRUNCHY AS I WENT TO GET WOOD; SO I SIT HERE AND ASK MYSELF AGAIN; IS IT YOUR BLESSING I DIDNT GET ON THAT PLANE; WAS IT YOUR WILL THAT I DIDNT GO; I THINK IT IN MY HEART AND I DO THINK I KNOW; FOR WAS IT NOT YOU THAT WENT TO THE WINDOW AND GRIEVE; EVERY TIME ONE OF THE FAMILY FROM YOUR HOUSE WOULD LEAVE; THIS I SAW,THIS I KNOW; FOR I SAW YOU DO IT MANY TIMES AS WE'D GO;

Even though so many of our "California Crew" never got to actually meet Granny, there was never any doubt to her role in this family! Beginning with the beautifully made baby items and followed by the without-fail arrival of the birthday cards each year, all of our spouses and babies knew how thoughtful Granny was; how very much her family meant to her. So many, many people will have so many, many memories of her. And so many, many of us will miss her dearly. We love you!

To my dearest Granny words will never express how deeply I will miss you. The love and admiration I had for in my heart was like no other. You are a true example of what a woman should be and what a woman should act like. If I live long enough to live up to you I'd be 150 years old because no one can hold a hat to you. I wish I could be half the woman and mother that you were. Granny, my wish for you now, is to be with Bumpa which I know you are, sing with the birds, play your music as you loved to do and most of all I wish you peace and happiness and no more struggles. Your work here on earth is done it is time to start another chapter of your life, the afterlife with all that have gone before us, and one day I will see you again, but until then I hold your memory close to my heart and I will never ever forget the memories, I love you grandmother!!!.......Melanie

To the Grover Family: I have nothing but warm,fond memories of both "Aunt Ruth and Uncle Joe". They were a large part of chilhood years. My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy go out to your family at this time.

For our Dear east coast family, tho we have never met, i've seen many pictures and heard many wonderful stories, i feel i know you all. For 8 years i have been married to one of "Granny's" grandson's and loved to hear from her on birthdays and holidays, She never missed a beat ! We love you Granny!! My heart and prayers go out to all that loved Granny , she will be missed. Love from,Anna Stevens and Sue Stevens and all of us in Vallejo,Ca...xo xo xo

Dearest Sue, It was with a heavy heart I had to check on the funeral of a soldier, as we are part of the patriot Guard Riders for his service. I was saddened to see the article about Mom Grovers passing. Ruth was truly one of the most gracious ladies I have ever met. She always made you feel so welcome to her home. I came from a very small family, and adored being in the middle of laughter, confusion, and so much love when the family sat down for dinner. i now have 10 grandchildren, and can now share the magic moments that Ruth had all those years with her big family. My deepest love and sympathy to you all.

When I was a child I used to love to go to Aunt Ruth and Uncle Joe's for clam bakes. Large affairs, with loads of food, they must have been a huge amount of work! I will remember Aunt Ruth most for her kindness and ready smile.

My dear Aunt Ruth, How sad we are that you have left us but we are happy and comforted that you are now at peace. I'll always remember how loving you were and how happy I was when Grandpa and Grandma Nickerson were heading to the farm in Halifax with me in the back seat, knowing that we would be stopping at Aunt Ruth's and Uncle Joe's house along the way. From those early days to the present you gave us your love and became the example to us all of what the true meaning of love, understanding,caring,and forgiveness is all about. Your inner strength and devotion to family was second to none. You have left us but we shall never forget you. Our love,hearts and prayers will be with you forever. Bob

my dearest granny... i will always rember the days spent with you at my house. how you used to laugh at all my mother had to say. i will also remeber all the wonderful gifts you have given me over the years. i cherish them to my heart. i will never forget you and i love you granny! love shelbie♥

IT HAS BEEN AN HONOR TO HAVE HAD THE PRIVILEGE TO KNOW GRANNY. SHE ALWAYS HAD ROOM TO LOVE ONE MORE. A KIND,LOVING BEAUTIFUL LADY. SHE WAS A BLESSING TO ALL WHO KNEW HER. SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED .... NEVER FORGOTTEN. TART SISTER-NANCY

DEPRIVED OF THE HONOR TO HAVE LAYED YOU TO REST; BUT IN GETTING THERE I DID TRY MY BEST; SADNESS IN MY HEART AND SADNESS ON MY FACE; I KNOW THAT SOMEONE ELSE THAT LOVED YOU WILL BE TAKING MY PLACE; THE OLD SAYING IS THAT LIFE ISNT FAIR; I TRIED MY BEST JUST TO GET THERE; MAMA REID STARTED SOMETHING FOR ME WHEN GRANNY BEASLEY PASSED AWAY; SO I SIT HERE NOW IN MY UNIFORM OF CLASS "A" EVEN THOUGH THE DISTANCE TODAY HAS KEPT US APART; I'M WITH YOU ALL IN SPIRIT AND WITH YOU ALL IN MY HEART

Mom, I can,t even imagine how it will be around here without you! I will miss you so much. I love you dearly. Merry oxox

I am the oldest grandchild and son of Nancy Campbell of Washington. My fondest memories are of the times I spent at Grandma and Grandpa Joe's big house in Hanson. I will treasure my thoughts of Grandma for ever.I love you Grandma.

Grandma Ruth has been a part of my life, although indirectly, for years. Being one of Sue's best friends since our kids were babies, I am been privdeleged to share in the fun of Sue receiving thoughtful packages from home created by the loving hands of Ruth Grover. Such a wonderful part of everyone's lives. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and each of your family. You have given the world a good example of how to show love to your parents and other family members.

Granny.....You will be missed by so many fine people that loved you, as I did for so many years. You were the best mother-in-law a man could have. Because of you I had the privilege of having a great wife for over 47 years, and often told her that "I got the pick of the litter!" Love you. Don Holland, Eagle Lake, Florida

Granny, Although I am fairly new to the family, barely 14 years that I have known you, it was obvious who was in charge. It was you. If anyone needed to share good news with all the family all at once, it took only one call to Granny. Thank you. You were always a lady. Enjoy your heavenly rest in the arms of Jesus. Love, Cathy

We, too, will miss knowing you're gone! I (Connie) remember meeting you when I was a teenager. Sadly, though, I never seen you again until July 2007 when hubby J.T. and I visited the relatives in MA. John and I have spoken about that visit many, many times...especially our visit with you, Granny. It was so nice to have the little time we had with you in your bungalow. What a pleasure to sit and talk with you and hear you reminisce of your youth. You surely did not look your age and we were amazed at how spry you were. I recall hearing my mother speak kind words about you, and even of late, Brother Tom said "She was a nice lady!" You were! I'm sure the family will miss you terribly, but they can hold on to the many memories made with you. While your loved ones are missing you, I'm sure you're having that great reunion with the others that have gone on. Sooner or later, all of us will see you again in that special meeting place beyond this world. Meanwhile, our deepest sympathy is extended to all of your loved ones as they cope with "letting you go." Love, J.T. & Connie

In loving remembrance of my "big" sister from brother Dave and Connie Nickerson

I am Nancy Campbell's granddaughter and daughter of Suzanne. I never had the pleasure of meeting Granny, although growing up every Christmas was marked by a special package from Granny's house filled with special gifts made by her two loving hands. She never forgot a birthday. My husband received a birthday card from her less than two months after we were married and my little brother received a card that she signed herself two weeks ago. She was the true matriarch of this family and she will be surely missed by all. I love you, Granny.

Granny, you were the epitome of dignity and honor. Everyone that knew you, adored you, and I always did as well. Although I will nobody could ever hold a candle to you, you paved the way to what a classy woman with a bit of sass should be. You were a role model, a friend, and most of all my grandmother.I am sure you will get your wings in no time. I love you always and forever. love and kisses....Jacqui.

Granny, It was truly an honor for me to have gotten to know my great grandmother! Things will be different without you around but all of our memories of you will never be forgotten. Love always, Karissa

My relationship with Ruth goes back over 50 years because of her daughter(my best friend) Nancy. Have so many memories of the Grover family...how Ruth remembered every name and every birthday of her large family and the beautiful quilts and knitted gifts she was always working on. A very special person...God bless...Claire

Granny, I have so many memories of you and Bumpa that I can not beging to express how precious they are. What an honor it was to have known you most of my life. You will always have special memories in so many hearts. I love you always, Holly

I will always have fond memories of my very special Aunt Ruth.

You will always be GrandMa Joe to me, your eldest grand-daughter. AT CHRISTMAS I ALWAYS SMELLED YOUR PACKAGES AND KNEW THEY WERE FROM YOU. YOU WERE ALWAYS SO VERY CARING TO MY MOTHER, YOUR ELDEST DAUGHTER, WHEN TIMES WERE ROUGH. I WILL BE ETERNALLY GREATFUL FOR YOUR SENSE OF FAMILY, YOUR OPINIONS WITHOUT JUDGEMENT AND THE EXTENSION OF YOURSELF BY THE WORK OF YOUR HANDS. GO BE WITH BUMPA, HE HAS A SCRABBLE GAME WAITING.YOU ARE LOVED

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. When Dick & I were teenagers, we spent many hours at the "Grover Household". Everyone was always made to feel welcome and met with a "Cheery hello" and a hug! Sorry we will not be able to attend your service but know that our hearts are with you at this most difficult time. Your Mom is loving you just as she always has! With Deepest Sympathy and love, Ann and Dick

THE ALARM CLOCK SOUNDED THE HOUR; I GOT UP AND GOT IN THE SHOWER; TIME WAS PASSING, IT WOULDN'T KEEP; SO I WENT OUT AND LOADED THE JEEP; PAY MY RESPECTS WAS WHAT THIS TRIP WAS ABOUT; ONCE I STEPPED OUTSIDE,I HAD MY DOUBTS; ABOUT FOUR INCHES OF SNOW, THERE ON THE GROUND; NOT A CAR PASSING BY,NOT EVEN A SOUND; IN TO FOUR WHEEL DRIVE ON MY JOURNEY I WENT; THE ROADS WERE TERRIBLE,OH THE TIME I SPENT; MADE IT TO CLARKSBURG,TO THE BASE OF THE HILL; A CAR WOULDNT HAVE MADE IT BUT I KNEW THE JEEP WILL; A TERRRIBLE STORY,ALL I COULD THINK WAS "WOW" FOR THE ROAD DID NOT EVEN SEE A SNOW PLOW; PARKED THE JEEP AND WENT THROUGH THE DOOR; MELTED SNOW ALL OVER THE FLOOR; ASKED ABOUT MY FLIGHT,BUT THE JET WOULDN'T FLY; DUE TO THE WEATHER,I WOULDNT BE ABLE TO SAY MY GOODBYE; ASKED ABOUT TOMORROW,AND THE LADY DID SAY; CANCELLED TOMORROW,JUST LIKE TODAY; SO I WRITE THESE WORDS AND THEY ARE ALL TRUE; GOODBYE,GRANNY,,I LOVE AND WILL MISS YOU; YOUR GRANDSON,JIMMY BEASLEY FROM WEST VIRGINIA,,WHERE MOUNTAINEERS ARE ALWAYS FREE,,,,,,,

I SIT HERE LONELY AND DESTITUE; SO TO YOU AND ALL I WRITE THIS TRIBUTE; TO SOMEONE BETTER THAN A FRIEND OR A NANNY; SOMEONE SO WONDERFUL ,OUR SWEET LITTLE GRANNY; I SIT HERE NOW ,LONELY AS I GRIEVE; BUT DEEP IN MY HEART,I DO STILL BELIEVE; FOR IN FACT YOU HAVE ALL LEFT US BEHIND; ONLY TO JOURNEY TO OTHERS TO FIND; FOR WHEN LOVED ONES PASS WE THINK OF THEM AS GONE; BUT THE WORD OF GOD SAYS WE JUST MOVE ON; MOVE ON TO VENTURE TO HIS THRONE OF GRACE; AND TO EVEN CAST EYES UPON HIS FACE; FOR WHEN CHRIST CALLS ,WE HAVE NO CHOICE; FOR IT IS HIS TIME FOR ONE TO HEAR HIS VOICE; FOR HE HAS CALLED YOU AND YOU HAVE WENT; YOUR TIME HERE ON EARTH,WONDERFULLY SPENT; I SIT HERE THINKING AND I KNOW I'M RIGHT; I PICTURE YOU DRESSED IN A GARMENT OF WHITE; NOW YOU KNOW OF THE SCRIPTURES BEING TOLD; YOU WALK YOUR STEPS ON HEAVENS STREETS OF GOLD; YES YOU MAY HAVE LEFT US ALL BEHIND; BUT IN GODS TIME, US ,YOU WILL FIND; I IMAGINE YOU WALKING HEARING HEAVENS BIRDS SING; ANGELS HARPS PLAYING AND HEAVENS BELLS RING; THANK YOU OH LORD FOR THE TIME THAT WE SHARED; AND HAVING A LOVELY PERSON WHO SHOWED THAT SHE CARED; WE WILL ALL MISS HER,MY CHILDREN AND ME; BUT YOU HAVE HER NOW,THE WAY YOU WANTED IT TO BE; SHE WAS SICK AND WEARY BUT SHE DID HER BEST; THANK YOU FOR CALLING HER HOME SO NOW SHE CAN REST; SO TO ALL THE NEIGHBORS,FAMILY AND FRIENDS; GOD HAS HER NOW SO TO THAT ,,,AMEN,,

SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THAT WAS THERE; HELPING GRANNY AND SHOWING THAT THEY CARE; AUNT JOHAN,ROOT,MOM,JEN AND MEL; BILLY, JEROME AND COUSIN MICHELLE; BROTHER LEE AND ALL THAT WAS INVOLVED; MAY THIS FORM A BOND NEVER TO BE DISSOLVED; FOR GOD CALLED HER IN HER HOUR; AND HER LAST GIFT WAS SEEING LOVES POWER; LOVES POWER SEEN BY ALL TO BE TRUE; LOVES POWER DISPLAYED BY KINDNESS FROM YOU; I REMEMBER A SCRIPTURE I READ; NOW I WRITE IT,THIS IS WHAT IT SAID; LEAST OF THESE MY BRETHEREN ,YOU'VE DONE UNTO ME; AND HOW YOU TOOK CARE OF GRANNY WAS THERE FOR ALL TO SEE; FOR IN THE PASSING OF GRANNY BEASLEY,I FEEL I DID MY BEST; AND I COMMEND YOU ALL ON PASSING GOD'S TEST; FOR EVEN THOUGH WERE NOT PERFECT,AND GOD'S BOOK MAY BE SMUDGED; BY THE WORKS WE DO ,WILL WE ALL BE JUDGED; HERE I AM MANY MILES AWAY AND TIME I COULDNT SHARE; BUT I THANK YOU ALL FOR ME,,FOR HER,,FOR ALL OF YOU BEING THERE,,,,,,,,

WHILE DREAMING,,PLAYING GUITAR,IN THE MIDDLE OF A SONG; AUNT JOHAN CAME THROUGH THE DOOR,I SAID "SOMETHINGS WRONG" SO BEAUTIFUL SHE LOOKED AT ME AND SAID "GRANNY'S PASSED AWAY" AND A PHONE CALL FROM MOM IS HOW I STARTED MY DAY; IN FACT SHE TOLD ME THAT GRANNY HAD PASSED; AND TO MYSELF,MY DREAM ,TO THE GOOD LORD I ASKED; I DONT KNOW THE ANSWER WHY AUNT JOHAN CAME TO ME; MAYBE FOR A REASON,MAYBE SOMEDAY WE'LL SEE;