Ruth E. Barnett

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Ruth Barnett Obituary

Ruth E.
Barnett
November 27, 1932-
November 15, 2015
Warner Robins, GA- Miss Ruth Esther Barnett of 129 Lake Front Drive, Warner Robins, GA, formerly of Columbus, GA, made her final transition on Sunday, November 15, 2015 at the Heart of Georgia Hospice in Perry, GA.
The daughter of the late Mrs. Willie M. Pickett Alexander (Rev. Timothy T.) and Ralph Emerson Barnett, " T Ruth", as she was lovingly known by family and friends, was born in Hawkinsville, GA, and was a 1949 graduate of the William H. Spencer High School. She was a 1953 graduate of Ft. Valley State College, where she also obtained her Master's degree in Education. She retired following 35 years of dedicated service with the Muscogee County School District as an Educator, her final tenure being at Clubview Elementary School. She was a former member of Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church, and was currently a member of South Columbus United Methodist Church. She also served as a member of the Elite Entre Nous Social Club, the Spencer High School '49ers, and was a founding member of Epsilon Eta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She was also a Girl Scout Troup Leader.
Survivors include: her sister, Barbara Dorsey; six beloved nieces, Gayle (Samuel) Daniels, her "daughter" Faye Lewis Boyer, Belva Dorsey, Joni Dorsey, Veleta (Henry) Pasley and Nicol (Andrew) Bell; eleven great nephews and nieces, nine great great nieces; loving and supportive cousins, Brenda (Elijah) Weatherspoon and Frederick Brown; and a host of people who called her sister, T-Ruth, cousin, Soror, patient and close friend.
The Homegoing Celebration for Miss Barnett will be held Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 12 noon, Graveside at Green Acres Cemetery with Pastor Reggie Williams officiating. Visitation is Friday, 1 til 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed at www.progressivefuneralhome.com. Progressive Funeral Home, Inc. "A Touch of Dignity for Those Who Care."

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Published by Ledger-Enquirer on Nov. 19, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Barnett

11 Entries

Barbara Morgan

November 14, 2023

I taught at Clubview school. I learned more about teaching 5 year olds to read from Ruth than from all my college courses. Each day was filled with a wonderland of poems, stories, art, songs, dances, hand-on science and free play! Children learned how to help each other and to applaud accomplishments. I´ll always treasure my memories of that time. I send my love to each of her family members.
Barbara Morgan

Priscilla Lewis

November 25, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Sidney Battle, Jr.

November 22, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the family of T-Ruth. She was an inspiration and loving guide to all of us she led in the Fourth St. Youth Department.

The Bradford Family

November 22, 2015

To the family, as children growing up at Fourth Street we remember Ms. Barnett as a very patient, sweet spirited woman who loved everyone and always had a smile on her face. She truly was a blessing.

Belinda Shannon

November 20, 2015

T-Ruth I love u and u will always have a special place in my heart!!!..I will truly miss u!!!...Thanks for allowing me to be a part of your life...I'll never forget the times we had together especially the singing and dancing!!!...I hope I become half the women that u were!!

November 20, 2015

The family has my deepest sympathy. Ruth
was a very loving and kind soror. She worked on many sorority projects and always insured that they were done very well.
Sisterly,
Soror Merrian Douglass

November 19, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Eddie Stiles

November 19, 2015

So thankful and grateful that God saw fit to put me in HER path! My Sincere condolences to my 2nd family! She "enjoyed" watching the plays I directed, shared with me in our conversations at The Liberty! I loved her peaceful soul and spirit!

Barbara Morgan

November 19, 2015

I treasure my memories of the time I spent teaching with my dear friend Ruth. She was overflowing with creative lessons for a truly happy learning environment . She was always willing to share with other teachers making Clubview School a special place to teach and learn. I think of her often with love,
Barbara Morgan

Cornelia Partain

November 19, 2015

Miss Barnett was a wonderful lady and teacher.She taught both of my children at Clubview. She truly made a difference in the lives of many.

Roger Williams

November 19, 2015

To: Sis. Barbara Dorsey and Family
May the loving memories of your loved one and the love of Christ keep you during this hour of bereavement.

To me, "T Ruth" was a loving sister, a loving friend, a loving sister in Christ. She would never gave me the secret to removing ink from my shirts, but never refused to perform that task over the years, always with a smile. Thank God for your presence in my life.

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