Ruth A. Sproles Wright

Ruth A. Sproles Wright

Ruth Wright Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 18, 2010.
Ruth A. Sproles Wright BRISTOL, Va. Ruth A. Sproles Wright, 73, passed away on Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, in the Wellmont Hospice House, Bristol Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:45 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, at Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. The funeral service will follow at 8 o'clock with Rev. Scott Price officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11 o'clock Friday morning, Nov. 19, 2010, at High Point Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be grandsons. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be sent to the Gleaner's Circle, c/o Fellowship Chapel, 201 Crockett St., Bristol, VA 24201. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting www.BlevinsCares.com Mrs. Wright and her family are in the care of Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. (276) 669-6141.

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December 14, 2010

Missy Hines-Martin posted to the memorial.

November 19, 2010

Tammie McFadden James posted to the memorial.

November 18, 2010

Cindy Summerson posted to the memorial.

Missy Hines-Martin

December 14, 2010

Steve/Leslie/Lisa..I am so very sorry to hear about Grandma Ruth. I deeply regret that I have not seen you all in so long but not a day goes by that I do not think of you all..she was a wonderful person..I will love and miss her greatly.

Tammie McFadden James

November 19, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss

Cindy Summerson

November 18, 2010

Jeff, Sue, Amber, and Stephanie
We are so sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. She was such a sweetheart. Keith and I are glad we got to know such a Wonderful Lady. Prayers are with you now and the days ahead. Just know she is at peace and will always be with you.

Stella Tipton

November 18, 2010

To my cousins and their families - May God be with you and give you peace today and always. My prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. If I can do anything for you, please let me know. Nana will be missed. Love to all of you.

ASHLEY BARRY

November 18, 2010

LESLIE & FAMILY,

I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THRU THIS TIME OF SORROW. I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO LOSE A PARENT, JUST REMEMBER WE WILL SEE THEM AGAIN ONE DAY!! LOVE, ASHLEY

LIL GIBSON

November 18, 2010

For many years, I worked with Ruth at First Presbyterian when I volunteered with the youth program.
She was God's gift to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

I thank God that she passed my way.

Love and sympathy,

Lil Gibson
aka Sis Bynum

Joey Cannon

November 17, 2010

I don't know what to say...I'm sorry, guys.

Ruth was Nana to just about everybody. The eight years I worked with her at First Pres are a collection of good memories. She was a good friend and I will miss her greatly.

Regards,

Joey-

Evelyn Oliver

November 17, 2010

We will miss aunt ruth May God Bless you all and your families during your time of loss and sorrow. We will keep you in our prayers. Josephine Wright and Family

Nancy Edwards

November 17, 2010

My prayers are with all of your family. I worked across from Nana'a in Bristol nad got to be friends with her and her employees. She was a wonderful lady and respected by all that knew her. Another beautiful angel has entered Heaven's Gates. All my love & prayers.

Amber Sproles

November 17, 2010

Nana I love and miss you more than anyone will ever know.My biggest regret will always be, that I wasn't able to see and hug you in your last days.I know you are in a better place watching over Ariyonna now.I never expected God to take you so soon.I took for granted time and thought you would be able to meet the new little man in February.I know you will be there in spirit though.I love you always nana.

Sheriff Fred Newman

November 17, 2010

Sheriff Fred Newman and the Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office would like to express their sympathy in the death of Ruth A. Sproles Wright. If our Sheriff’s Office can be of assistance to you during your time of sadness, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sheriff Newman and Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office

Jack Dale

November 17, 2010

Leslie & family,

May God will help you through the time of loss. I know what it's like to lose a mother so I'm praying for you. We love all of you dearly and if there's anything at all we can do, please let us know.

Kim Simonds

November 17, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patty Hale

November 17, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Rita Stewart

November 17, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

BILLY & CAROLYN MCMURRAY

November 16, 2010

I ALWAYS THOUGHT A LOT OF YOUR MOTHER SHE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON WHO WILL BE MISSED. I HADN'T TALKED TO HER IN A LONG TIME BUT STARTED TO CALL HER THE OTHER DAY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME.

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