1929
2019
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 2 Timothy 4:7 (KJV)
Mrs. Ruth “Nell” Hinnant departed this life on June 12, 2019 at Petersburg Healthcare Center in Petersburg, VA. She was born October 7, 1929 in Chesterfield County, VA to the late Paul Levi Robertson and Marie Harris Robertson.
Ruth was baptized and a faithful member of the Shiloh Baptist Church until her health began to decline. She was a dedicated and faithful member of the Senior Usher Ministry serving as president for several years. Ruth was also a former member of the Petersburg, Hopewell and Vicinity Usher Union. She attended several usher workshops to improve her skills as an usher and to teach others especially the youth. She enjoyed working with the youth.
Mrs. Hinnant served as Youth Director and sponsor of the youth ushers and teenage ushers. She would finance trips and other activities for the youth. She was a loving, caring and giving person who gave of herself.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Hurbert Hinnant; three brothers, Malcolm Robertson, Paul Robertson, Jr., and Wilbert Robertson; two sisters, Ernestine Bracey and Grace Allen.
Left to cherish her memories: siblings, Robert Robertson (Virginia), Dorothy Robertson Whipple, and Eva Mae Barksdale of Georgia; son that she never had but loved as her own, Roy L. Belfield, Jr.; god-son, Norman D. Cooley, Jr.; sisters-in-law, Sarah Robertson and Ella N. Baskerville (Joseph); brothers-in-law, Johnny Hinnant and Henry Peacock; long-time friend, Brenda Wynne of Matoaca, VA; devoted niece, Robin Powell; a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, god-children, cousins, other relatives and friends too numerous to name.
A special thanks to the staff of Petersburg Healthcare Center and Shiloh Baptist Church parish leaders, Deacons Howard and Judith Warren.
Service will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, June 17, 2019 at Shiloh Baptist Church, 6711 Hickory Road, South Chesterfield, VA, the Rev. Dr. Marcus N. Leggett, Pastor, eulogist. The interment to follow at church cemetery.
The family will assemble 10:00 A.M. the day of the service and will also receive friends at 3676 Halifax Road, North Dinwiddie, VA.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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June 17, 2019
Family
Carla Granderson-Spicer
I will miss you, Aunt Nell. Rest peacefully.
June 16, 2019
Family
James Haskins Family
Rest In Peace cousin Nell. Your care for others and your beautiful smile will truly be missed.
June 16, 2019
Neighbor
Patricia Gilliam
Remembering Mrs. Ruth Hinnant with a smile because her smile and character was always the best! Thank you for a super neighbor to a first-year teacher so many years ago. Now sharing that smile with the heavenly host.
June 16, 2019
Friend
Letitia Green
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Will continue to keep you in your family close to our heart. Petersburg Healthcare Wing 2 Lpns. Forever our friend. Rest our beloved Ruth.
June 15, 2019
Family
Kendra Granderson
Sleep in peace beautiful.. You are now reunited with family! Kiss my grandma Grace for me & tell her I love & miss her dearly.. You will truly be missed.. Until we meet again..
June 14, 2019
Friend
Deborah Walker
I loved ms Ruth dearly as I was a former housekeeper at Golden living and was very close to a lot of the ladies may god watch over you and heal you in your time of loss my prayers are with you. Love, Debbie walker
June 14, 2019
Family
SALONIA MERRITT PASMAN
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Salonia Merritt and Family.
June 12, 2019
CKT
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
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