I n  L o v i n g  M e m o r y 

Of

Ruth Smith Chives
June 8, 1903          November 26, 2003
O b i t u a r y



RUTH SMITH CHIVES was born to the late Estelle and Willis Smith in Capeville, Virginia June 8, 1903.  At an early age, she joined First Baptist Church, Capeville, Virginia.  Later in years, she moved to Nassawadox, Virginia where she was united in marriage to the late Howard Chives and joined Bethel Baptist Church, Franktown during Rev. L.L. Ford’s pastorate.

She became a member of Willing Workers and was a very faithful member in the Missionary Ministry.

She departed this life November 26, 2003 at Heritage Hall Health Care, Nassawadox. Virginia.

She leaves to mourn her loss: a sister, Lucretia Floyd, Nassawadox, Virginia; sister-in-law, Hilda Smith, Fredericksburg, Virginia; a very devoted niece, Shirley R. Johnson, Nassawadox, Virginia and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.


The Family
Saturday, November 29, 2003
12:30 P.M.

John O. Morris Funeral Chapel
Nassawadox, Virginia

Rev. John E. Nickens
Officiating
I n t e r m e n t
Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery
Franktown, Virginia
Professional Services Entrusted To
The Staff Of:

John O. Morris Funeral Home
Nassawadox, Virginia  23413
A c k n o w l e d g e m e n t
With deep appreciation and heartfelt thanks, the family acknowledges your presence today, your prayers and all expressions of kindness and sympathy.