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    Ruth Collins Summers

    June 11, 2021

    Ruth Collins Summers, age 96, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2021. She was a member of Broadway Baptist Church and longtime resident of Fountain City. Ruth was preceded in death by her loving spouse of 71 years Paul L. Summers; parents Rufus and Myrtle Bunch Collins; sister Pauline Stooksbury; brothers James E. Collins and William A. Collins. She is survived by her special niece Becky Collins Norris (Denny) who has faithfully cared for her and Mr. Summers; sisters-in-law, Betty White and Peggy Jones; several nieces and nephew; great nieces Marla Nunn (Brad) and Melissa Bennett (Randall) who were loved and cherished. The family will receive friends from 5-6:30 pm Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Rose Funeral & Cremation – Broadway. Family and friends will gather at 2:45 pm Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at Greenwood Cemetery for a 3:00 pm graveside service with Rev. Tim Turley officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to Broadway Baptist Church. Online condolences may be extended at www.rosefuneraltn.com

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    Ruth Collins Summers, age 96, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2021. She was a member of Broadway Baptist Church and longtime resident of Fountain City. Ruth was preceded in death by her loving spouse of 71 years Paul L. Summers; parents Rufus... View Obituary & Service Information

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