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Ruth Lee Obituary

Ruth Chapman Lee CAYCE - Ruth Chapman Lee, 93, formerly of Newberry, widow of James C. Lee, died January 20, 2018 at her residence. Born on February 9, 1924 in Little Mountain, she was a daughter of the late James Killian and Cora Belle Stoudemire Chapman. She was a member of Capers Chapel United Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening, and playing bingo. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. She is survived by a daughter, Dianne L. Kay of Cayce; a son, Glen Bundrick (Renee) of Enoree; 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by siblings, Mattie Oliver, Georgie Kohn and John H. Chapman; a son-in-law, Michael F. Kay; and a granddaughter, Erin Bundrick. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at the McSwain-Evans Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Newberry Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Capers Chapel United Methodist Church c/o 331 Holloway Street, Pomaria, SC 29126 or to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605. www.mcswainevans.com.

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Published by The State on Jan. 23, 2018.

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Rebecca

January 23, 2018

I am sorry for your loss. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 2:16 ,17 .

Beth M Rodgers

January 21, 2018

So very sorry for the passing of your mom. I am so glad that I got to see her again from all the years missing. I know God will be with you and hold you up. Love you and your family

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