Ruth Nell "Stewart" Crooks
Ruth Nell "Stewart" Crooks
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"Fox" was born on January 14, 1950, in Birmingham,
Alabama. She confessed her love for Christ at an early
age. She was the beloved daughter of Anna Stewart-
Brantley and Samuel Blankenship.
She transitioned peacefully on Saturday August 9,
2025, surrounded by loved ones at St. Vincent's/UAB
East Medical Center.
Ruth was preceded in death by her parents Anna
Stewart-Brantley and Samuel Blankenship, A beloved
dad Luis T. Brantley, two brothers Ronnie Stewart and
Pete Blankenship and one sister Betty Devaughn.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her husband
of 30 years Mr. Harry Crooks, two beloved sisters Sarah
Stewart-Moore and Dianne Blankenship, 3 beautiful
children Wanda Malcom, Marshall Malcom (TC) and
Darnita Malcom (Demarius). 2 stepchildren Antoinette
Barksdale and Harry Crooks, Jr. She was the beloved
grandmother of 10 grandchildren, Monique Maisonet,
a special grandson Antonio Malcom (Jill), Demetrius
Dennis (Candace), a special grand daughter Shaneeka
Malcom, Michael Malcom, Davilyn Malcom, Quavion
Swazer, Jordan Malcom, Aija Malcom and Taylah
Crummie and 10 precious great grandchildren. A
special niece, Shannon Moore whom she adored and
cherished as her own. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins
and other family members.
Though Ruth is no longer with us in the physical body,
her beauty, love and legacy will live on with us for an
eternity.
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August 16, 2025
My condolences to the Ctooks family and friends. in this time of grief. Grief can be hard but special memories will help us cope. May the peace of God comfort you during this difficult time.
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Aug
19
Service
11:00 a.m.
First Missionary Baptist Church of Warrior
606 Main St N, Warrior, AL 35180
Send FlowersAug
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Funeral service
12:00 p.m.
First Missionary Baptist Church of Warrior
606 Main St N, Warrior, AL 35180
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Poole Funeral Chapels, Inc.Only 38 minutes left for delivery to next service.