Ruth Lambert Smelser Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth Lambert Smelser (Vinton, Virginia), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 19, 2025 at the age of 95. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Ruth departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Ruth may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ruth leaves behind.
She is survived by: her children, Diane Smelser, Jeanette Meador (Roger), Joan May, Ritchie Smelser (Vickie) and Pam Collins. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, 7 great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
