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1925
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2015
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Ruby Harrison Obituary
Mrs. Ruby Harrison died on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was born in Alcorn County to the late Clarence E. and Grace Walker Lamberth.
Mrs. Ruby was a Christian lady, loving mother, and grandmother. She was a lady who was non-judgmental and was ahead of her times. Mrs. Ruby loved to travel and experience life and lived it to the fullest. She was adventurous and loved trying new foods, especially with her late husband. She was a graduate of Alcorn Agricultural High School, a member of St. Luke United Methodist Church in Tupelo and a former member of the First United Methodist Church of Holly Springs.
Along with her parents Mrs. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, Murke Franklin Harrison III; brothers, Edwin (Carlos) Lamberth, James (Grace) Lamberth, sisters, Nadine (Elmer) Parker and Marie (Garvin) Phillips.
She is survived by her son, Dr. Murke Franklin Harrison IV of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; daughters, Susan Harrison Wilbanks and husband Sammy of Tupelo and Maureen Harrison Herring and husband (James ""Nubbin"") of Memphis, Tennessee. She has two grandchildren, Paige Herring Hunt (Andy) of Jackson, Franklin Sawyer Harrison of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; a great-grandchild, John Harrison Hunt; brother, Wayne (Martha) Lamberth, sister, Katherine (James) Miller, both of Corinth; and her extended family, Alicia Anderson, Deanal Moore, Mabelean Small, Jamella Gates, Diane McGlown, Inez Oliver; and a host of other nieces, nephews, and family and friends.
Visitation will be on Sunday at 1 p.m. until the service time at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the honor of Mrs. Ruby Harrison to: St. Luke United Methodist Church, 1400 Clayton Ave., Tupelo, MS 38804, First United Methodist Church of Holly Springs, 175 East Van Dorn Ave. Holly Springs, MS 38635, Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund: c/o Karen Settlemires, 119 County Road 753, Corinth, MS 38834, or a charity of your choice.
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October 3, 2015
Saddened to hear of the loss of your precious Mother Susan; I can only say I am glad she is in no more suffering and any pain. She is at the feet of Jesus our Lord. May god comfort you and Sammy. Love in Christ OUR Lord, Jennie and Al Prust
Psalm 23
October 3, 2015
So sorry for your loss. May you find strength and comfort during this difficult time. Psalms 25:16,17
Lynn Lamberth Tracy
October 2, 2015
I am so very sorry. Always loved her. She was special.
Sandee Harrison-Russell
October 2, 2015
Susan, Maureen, and Franklin, my heart is breaking for you. Losing Aunt Mae brings up so many childhood memories of days gone by. We all grow up and grow apart, but family is forever, and even though I hadn't seen Aunt Mae in several years, I can't help but smile as I remember the "good ole days" and what a lovable and sweet person your mom was. She was a shining light, and she will burn bright in heaven. I love you all, and my prayers are with you.
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From the Staff of McPeters Funeral Directors
October 2, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
October 2, 2015
Maureen,
Soooo sorry for you lost, just wanted you to know Bill & I are thinking of you and Nubbin during this difficult time.
Bill & Cindy Bryant
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