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Born September 14, 1949, in Berea, Kentucky, to John W. and Opal Smith, Ruth Ann had lived in this area since she was a child. She was a 1968 graduate of Short High School. Ruth Ann was owner and operator of J&R Janitorial Services and had also worked at Dana. She enjoyed cooking, especially for family, crocheting, flowers, gardening, and collecting angels. Ruth Ann loved God and was a dedicated member of Galilean Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughter, Harley (Lance) Johnson; son, JohnBoy (Dorothy) Blevins; grandchildren, Chelsea Blevins, Savannah Blevins, Riley Blevins, and Jessie Johnson; great-grandchildren, Harmony Blevins and Nova Blevins; siblings, Terry J. Smith, Johnny Ray Smith, Seth (Lori) Smith, Austin Smith, Norma Robinson, and Lisa Sue (Mike) Klein; nieces; nephews, and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Elizabeth Blevins; son, Jessie J. Blevins; and sister, Teresa Low Smith-Shea.
Visitation for Ruth Ann Blevins will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home with Rev. Greg Guffey officiating. Burial will be in Abington Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Leukemia And Lymphoma Society, P.O. Box 772395, Detroit, MI 48277-2395.
Condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at www.doanmillsfuneralhome.com.
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