Actress, author, activist Ruby Dee took her final bow at home in New Rochelle, New York on June 11, 2014. Dee died of natural causes at the age of 91 while surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Her joyous life continues through the lives of her family and many friends. Ms. Dee was predeceased by her husband, Ossie Davis, in 2005.
“We were blessed to have been by her side during her transition. We let her know that we loved her, that we love each other, and that if she let go, we would be OK. We are honored by the rich legacy that she and our father left in our care. Our charge is to share the love and to remain worthy.”
-Ruby and Ossie’s Posse-
RIP Ruby Dee. Your work has inspired so many., May you rest in peace https://t.co/uhCfMPINUg
— Rev Run (@RevRunWisdom) June 12, 2014
Another hole in our Foundation has been pulled from the corner stone. “MS RUBY DEE”. 91 years old went on to join… https://t.co/4M0BOKplzn
— Bootsy Collins (@Bootsy_Collins) June 12, 2014
Ruby Dee has joined Ossie Davis. Tonight we shall celebrate all she has given us. RIP https://t.co/VXGQyLRKPb
— Talib Kweli Greene (@TalibKweli) June 12, 2014
Heaven has gained another icon. My kids: Mom who was Ruby Dee? An actress? Me: She was so… https://t.co/A8UOO6BR6I
— Holly Robinson Peete (@hollyrpeete) June 12, 2014
Rest with the angels and in peace, Ruby Dee.
— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) June 12, 2014
You blessed us all. Rest In Peace Ruby Dee. You and Ossie can continue your journey… https://t.co/fOLew1Wzjb
— nicole ari parker (@nicolearip) June 12, 2014
