1939
2017
Nov. 24, 1939-Nov. 18, 2017
Ruth Ann Miner died Saturday evening, November 18, 2017, at home in Suches, Ga. She was born November 24, 1939, in Jamestown, N.Y., the daughter of the late Oscar and Ann Carlson. She was also predeceased by her beloved daughter Jennifer Yarbrough. She leaves her husband of 57 years, James, to celebrate her life as well as son and daughter-in-law Bruce and Julie Miner; son-in-law and daughter-in-law Stephen and Kathy Yarbrough; Lester Mickens, a son of her heart; grandchildren Sarah Reed (Dale), Kaitlin Yarbrough, Hannah Yarbrough, Caroline Miner, Eric Miner and Rachel Miner; great-grandson Coy Reed; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Jann and Gil Randel and their families; sister-in-law Jackie Day and her family, and many other relatives and friends.
She was a graduate of Jamestown High School (1957), the University of Rochester School of Nursing (1960) and worked for several years in the University Department of Psychiatry. She then taught a vocational nursing program for many years in DeKalb and Lumpkin counties, finishing that career at Woody Gap in Suches. After retirement she was a member and many year chair of the Union County Board of Elections. Her volunteer activities include member and chair of the Suches Clinic Board, The Union County Democratic Party and the Run Above the Clouds Scholarship program. She was a member of the Gaddistown Homemakers and a communicant and lay eucharistic visitor at Grace Episcopal Church in Gainesville, Ga.
Services are scheduled for Tuesday, November 28, at Grace Church at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Episcopal Church for Episcopal Relief and Development.
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To my heavenly mother, continue to Rest In Peace. I really miss you and your caring spirt. There will never be another angel like you. You meant so much to so many. Love you Mitchell!!! Your son.
Lester Mickens
Family
November 19, 2020
My condolences to you Jim. I will never forget how Ruth Ann called me all the time when my late husband passed away..... just to see if I was OK, and how we went through the Daughter's class together.
Nancy Loveland
November 29, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Little Davenport Funeral Home
November 28, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss Jim you are in mine and Kyle's prayers. We love you and if you need anything let us know.
Amalee Payne
November 26, 2017
I will miss you so much it hurts, words can't express what you meant to so many people. Your kindness and caring will never be forgotten. May God bless your soul Mom.
Your, Loving Son, Lester
Lester Mickens
November 26, 2017
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