Ruth Juanita Franklin
Ruth Juanita Franklin
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Born on March 8, 1933, in Ridgely, TN, she was the beloved daughter of the late Seldon and Lena Scott Clark. Ruth dedicated over 20 years of her life as a cook for the Lake County School System, where she was cherished by colleagues and students alike. A devout member of the Willingham Baptist Church, Ruth's faith was a cornerstone of her life. She will be remembered for her warmth, dedication, and the love she shared with her community.
Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, February 5, 2026 at Willingham Baptist Church with Bro. Charles Graham officiating. The family will receive visitors beginning at 1 p.m. until service time at the church.
Cremation services are under the direction of Dyersburg Funeral Home.
Survivors include her son, Richard Webber (Sherrie) of Chicago, IL; a nephew who was very close to her, Marvin Pace of Texas; three grandchildren, Christal Webber, Gwenn Webber and Richard Blair Webber; and five great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Ruth was preceded in death by her husbands, Dick Webber and Floyd Louis Franklin; two sons, John Edward Webber (Ruby) and Michael Franklin; a beloved grandson, Johnny Webber; and two sisters, Hazel Clark Pace and Helen Clark Smith.
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