Ruby Atwood Harrington Ireson Obituary
We are sad to announce that on January 8, 2026, at the age of 90, Ruby Atwood Harrington Ireson of Independence, Virginia passed away. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Ruby leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Ruby may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her father Alvin; her grandmother Roten Atwood; her former husband Rush "Butch" Harrington; her husband Jack Ireson; her son Charles Randall Harrington; her siblings, Betty Shaw and Dale (Elizabeth Atwood); and her nephew Jimmy Atwood.
She is survived by: her brother Dean Atwood of Sparta, NC; her nephew David Shaw of North Carolina; and her stepsons, Bob Ireson of North Carolina and David Ireson of Washington, DC..
Visitation was held on Monday, January 12th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel (44 Dan Walters Dr, Independence, VA 24348). A funeral service was held on Monday, January 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Funeral Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel (44 Dan Walters Dr, Independence, VA 24348).
