Ruth Ann Downing's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2022 in Smithfield, Virginia

Ruth Ann Downing

May 3, 1929 - July 23, 2022 (93 years old)

Smithfield, Virginia

Ruth Ann Downing's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2022 in Smithfield, Virginia

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Littles Funeral Home

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Ruth Ann Downing

May 3, 1929 - July 23, 2022 (93 years old)

Smithfield, Virginia

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Ruth Ann Downing Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ruth Ann Downing of Smithfield, Virginia, who passed away on July 23, 2022, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Ann Downing to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Milton Henry Wood and Nolia Meretta Turner Wood; her husband Woodrow Wilson Downing; her grandsons, Nicolas Perkins and Dustin Smith; and her sister Vivian Marshall.

She is survived by : her daughters, Karen M. Perkins and Marsha D. Smith (Anthony); her grandchildren, Kelley, Bradley and Christopher; her great grandchildren, Hallie, Addison, Tyler, Alexis, Kaden and Finley; and her sisters, Juanita Greene and Rochelle Yoder (Gene).

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to a charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Littles Funeral Home



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