Ruth Fairey Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ruth Fairey of Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, whose life came to an end on July 16, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ruth Fairey or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Julius Snell and Mabel Snell; her spouse Willie Fairey; her children, Willie Mae Fairey and John Fairey; her grandson Tajah Fairey; and her siblings, Lois, Carrie Mae, Julius Jr., Dolores and Barbara Jean.
She is survived by: her grandchildren, Constance Fairey, Rodney Fairey, Thomasina Fairey, Robert Fairey, Stephanie Fairey, James Fairey, Andre Fairey, Pamela, Tanya and John; her great grandchildren, Khadijah, Khalimah, Khyree, Karin, Khadia, Khalif, Quanna, Destiny, Jonathan, Jason, Lydia, Khalil, Bysil, Nadera, Yahnayah, Shania, Kandice, Kurtrina, Zair, Jamir, Tajah, Tamia, Andre Jr., Mera, Amari, Tummy, Joshua, Marjorie, Jacque, Anne-Eliza, Zania, John, Alexander and Izzy; her siblings, Tyrone and Mini Shirley; and also Southern Cooking. She is also survived by great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Viewing will be held on Friday, August 1st 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Marvil Funeral Home, Ltd. (1110 Main St, Darby, PA 19023). A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 1st 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
