Ruth Roberta Short Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ruth Roberta Short of Overland, Missouri, whose life came to an end on March 6, 2026 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her father Jesse Sr. Robison; her husband Walter Short; and her siblings, Helen Henning (Dale), Jesse Robison Jr. (Dorthaleen "Dottie"), Nora Cooper and Susan Salamun.
She is survived by: her mother Cecile Robison; her sons, David William Short and Daniel Walter Short (Rhonda); her grandchildren, Francine Roberts, Sybil Short, Neakisha White, Sharie Roberts, Darrius Roberts, Jessica Thompson and Jalessa Short; her great grandchild Jordyn Thompson; and her brother-in-law Jerry Salamun.
Memorials: Ruth's family requests that in lieu of flowers of other gifts, please donate in her memory to "Gospel for Asia World (https://www.gfa.org)" (GFA World), 1116 St. Thomas Way, Wills Point, TX 75169 or call 800-946-2742.
