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
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