With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth Ann Lee Krajefska on September 1, 2024 (born March 13, 1949, age 75) of Pearland, Texas.
Ruth Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Cornelius Earl Lee and Ruth Grey Lee King and her brother, Robert Lee.
She is survived by her loving husband, James (Jim) Dean Krajefska, her sister, Betty Lee Johnson, and her husband, Jim Johnson. She is survived by her son Brandon Rue and his wife Sharley Rue, son Nathan Rue and significant other Kailyn King, stepson James Dean (Bo) Krajefska, Jr., and wife Mindy.
Ruth Ann leaves a legacy with grandchildren Taylor Rue (significant other, Cameron Shelton), Cameron Latham (husband Gunnar Latham, and their child, Cash Latham, Ruth Ann’s great-grandchild), Ella Rue, Mackenzie Dearmond, Mia Dearmond, and Tommy Dearmond (Brandon’s children), and Ashton Davis and Payton Rue (Nathan’s children).
Ruth Ann is lovingly remembered by beloved nieces and nephews Kim Rogers, Jimmy Johnson, and Amy Peralta (husband Jesus), Sharon Lennox (husband Steve), Neal Lee (wife Kayla), and Tim Lee (wife Katie). Ruth Ann was preceded in death by her niece, Lisa Toland (survived by her husband, Mike Toland).
Ruth Ann was the valedictorian of her 1967 Minden High School class and went on to attend McNeese State University on a full academic scholarship. Her love of learning was a lifelong passion that she shared with her students over a 26-year career with Friendswood ISD. She taught English, Reading, and Creative Writing, first at Friendswood Junior High from 1978 to 1982 and later at Friendswood High School from 1982 to 2004.
She sponsored UIL events and co-coached the Academic Decathlon Team. Under her guidance, the team won its first State Championship, which she celebrated with the words, “Nothing like winning with your mind!” Ruth Ann had a brilliant mind and was deeply committed to personal learning and sharing that knowledge with others.
Ruth Ann’s faith was a cornerstone of her life. She was a devoted Christian, actively participating as a Heritage Park Baptist Church member in Webster, TX. Her faith was a guiding light she carried in all aspects of her life. Beyond her professional achievements, Ruth Ann was a beloved teacher, devoted friend, and stellar role model.
She was always positive, encouraging, patient, and kindhearted, with an uncanny ability to analyze situations and provide logical and sound advice. Ruth Ann always comforted others by saying, “This too shall pass,” hoping to show them the brighter days ahead and that there are always reasons to be grateful and thankful. Ruth Ann loved her family fiercely.
She cherished the moments spent with her grandchildren, rubbing their backs before bedtime and tutoring them for the SAT. Ruth Ann was their biggest cheerleader, attending all their sporting events and extracurricular activities. She also found great joy at her childhood family farm in Minden, Louisiana. Ruth Ann was a beam of light that shines upon us all, and we will forever hold her in our hearts.
A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024 from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at Jeter Memorial Funeral Home, 311 N. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, Texas 77546 (281) 992-7200.Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Jeter Memorial Funeral Home at www.jeterfuneralhome.com.
