Ruth M. Perry

Ruth M. Perry obituary, Covington, TN

Ruth M. Perry

Ruth Perry Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home on Dec. 17, 2025.
Ruth M. Perry, 82, passed away at her home on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. She found her greatest happiness in being surrounded by others. She loved to socialize and treasured the time she spent with her family and friends.
She was an avid reader, Ruth also delighted in gathering with her friends to play cards, especially her favorite game, Canasta. These moments of shared stories, friendly competition, and connection were among her most cherished.
Ruth is preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Maudie Scott, and her daughter, Vickie Amon.
She is survived by her children; Cindy Barnes (Billy), Julie Flewelling (Greg), Ray Amon and Kalvin Amon who she raised as her own, her brothers; Donald Scott, Neal Scott, and Glenn Scott, her 12 grandchildren, and a host of great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
As Ruth requested, a private service will be held to celebrate and honor her life.
Ruth will be remembered for her kind heart, welcoming spirit, and the love she shared so freely with everyone around her. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ruth, please visit our floral store.

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