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Ruth Atkins "Cissy" Sink
1955 - 2025
BORN
1955
DIED
2025
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Dec. 14, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Johnson Funeral & Cremation Service in Bridgewater
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April 20, 1955 - December 10, 2025
Ruth Atkins "Cissy" Sink, 70, of Bridgewater, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
She was born on April 20, 1955 and was the daughter of the late Clarence and Betty (Shelor) Atkins.
Ruth loved to quilt and sew.
She was united in marriage on June 19, 1976 to Howard W. Sink who survives.
Ruth is also survived by brother, Steve Atkins and wife Arlene; numerous special nieces and nephews; and beloved pet, Sparky.
A service celebrating Ruth's life will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 2 p.m. at Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service in Bridgewater with Pastor Tina Nelson officiating.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the start of the memorial service.
Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service in Bridgewater. Online condolences may be sent to the family at johnsonfs.com.
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Po Box 41, Bridgewater, VA 22812
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Patsy Starkey
December 11, 2025
I didn't get to meet Ruth but I've known Willie from way back as friends and the way he talked about his wife he was really blessed and so was she. Willie I know you will miss her alot but it's only temporary you will be with her again. My condolences to the family and you for your loss and I pray God will give you comfort and peace at this time. God Bless.
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WILLIAM STARKEY
December 11, 2025
I am William Starkey I didn't know cissy but I do know Willie he's friends with my sister Patsy Starkey just want to send my heart felt condolences to Willie and her family rest in peace cissy sink.
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