Ruth Smyly Powell Read's Obituary
Ruth Smyly Powell Read passed away peacefully on November 1, 2021 in Covington, LA. She was born on March 8, 1919 in Laurel, MS to the late Paul Smyly and Pearl Freeman Smyly. Ruth was preceded in death by her first husband and father of her children, Luther C. Powell, and her second husband, William B. Read.
Ruth was the loving mother of James W. Powell, Jo Ann P. Redford (Marcus), and Edwin J. Powell. She was the proud grandmother of Karen Powell, Shane Powell (Zoe), James Powell, Jr. (Jordan), Kelin Whittington (William), and Jacob Powell (Lisa), Neil Redford (Reba), and Luke Redford. She will be missed by her 10 great-grandchildren. Ruth was the sister of the late Pauline Smyly Leonard.
Two of Ruth’s greatest loves were spending time with her family and traveling. She also enjoyed decoupage, crocheting, swimming, and a competitive hand of gin rummy. Above all, Ruth was a homemaker extraordinaire.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Celebration of Ruth’s Life at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 11:00 AM with visitation from 9:30 AM until service time. Interment will follow the service at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Covington, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Northshore Bible Church, www.northshorebible.com, (985) 893-3284. Please Share a Memory on the Tribute Wall at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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