Christine Ruggs Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Christine Ruggs in Akron, Ohio, born in Macon, Georgia, who passed away on May 8, 2026 at the age of 92. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Christine Ruggs to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charlie Shoates and MaeBerta Shoates; her son Dudley Shoates; and her siblings, Charles Shoates Sr. Earnest Shoates, Lucille Thomas, James Shoates, Herman Shoates, David Shoates and Geraldine Townsend.
She is survived by: her husband Jesse Ruggs Sr.; her children, Kimberly Dinkins, Jessie Ruggs, Jeanine Ruggs, Clayton Ruggs, Marvin Ruggs and Calvin Ruggs Christine; her brother Robert Shoates; her cousin Jean Watts; and her grandchild Greatgrand. She is also survived by Great-great Grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
