Myrtle "Ruth" Brilley, 89, of
Decatur, Illinois, passed away August 30, 2023.
Ruth was born in Lindseyville, Kentucky on September 27, 1933, the daughter of Charles and Pearl (Vincent) Skaggs. She married John P. Brilley Jr. on March 21, 1953, in
Decatur, Illinois. She was a caring, nurturing mother to her children, and her love grew beyond measure with the arrival of her grandchildren. Her grandchildren were the center of her life. She lived for them and adored them. She was a proud, lifelong member of Midway United Missionary Baptist Church in Lindseyville, Kentucky and also Metropolitan Baptist Church in Decatur.
Ruth is survived by her children Stephen Brilley of Decatur, Timothy Brilley of
Tallahassee, Florida, Martin (Sheryl Haab) Brilley of Decatur, and Kristina (Bruce) Porter of Glen Carbon, Illinois; grandchildren Adam, Aaron, Amanda, Megan, Ethan, and Stefani; and great-grandchildren Jameson, Bethany, Carter, Corrie, and Porter. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and son Barry Brilley.
A graveside service will be held at 2pm Thursday, September 7, in Graceland Cemetery in Decatur. Memorials may be directed to
Shriner's Hospital for Children in
St. Louis, Missouri. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.