of Russellbille, AR
December 9, 1922 - December 15, 2017
Ruth Ellen Grider, a lifelong resident of Connells Point, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 15, 2017. She was born December 9, 1922 in Adaburg, Kentucky to Roscoe and Laura (Rogers) Farmer. She married Alonzo "Pete" Grider Jr. on July 12, 1940 and they had three children, Phyllis Marie, Nina Laura and Daniel Alonzo Grider.
Ruth was a long time member of the Sanctified Church of Christ of Connell"s Point. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Pete Grider; sister Lorene Lynch; brother James "Jimmy"Farmer; two infant sisters, two infant brothers and daughter, Nina Laura King.
She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis Copeland of Russellville, AR; Son Dan & wife Agnes Grider of Pottsville, AR; Eight grandchildren, Steven & wife Mary Copeland of Greenwood, AR; Denise Copeland of Statesville, NC; Mike & wife Carol King of Marvell, AR; Tim & wife Debbie King of Southaven, MS; Amy Morgan of Russellville, AR; Marsha & husband Stuart Porter of Riverview, FL; Dwayne Grider of Russellville, AR; Adam & wife Brandi Grider of Miami, OK; 14 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren along with many nieces & nephews.
The funeral service will be held at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas Tuesday morning at 10 am on December 19, 2017. The service will be conducted by Rev. Steve Copeland. Internment will follow at Smalley Cemetery in the Connell's Point community.
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Phyllis (McKee) Holmes
Friday, February 17, 2023
She was a very precious lady. Loved her when we lived down the lane from she and Mr. Pete.
Thomas Bland
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
I will hold my memories of Aunt Ruthie close always. Till I see her in our heavenly home. Lonny Phyllis and family y'all are in my prayers. To have AUNT Ruthie in my life was one of my biggest life blessings
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Thomas Jr
Steven @ Mary Copeland
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
We will always cherish our memories of our sweet Granny .
KATHY RUSSELL
Monday, December 18, 2017
YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. I HAVE MANY FOND MEMORIES OF RUTH.
Curtis Crisp
Monday, December 18, 2017
So Sorry for your Loss, but Knowing She is in a better Place, With Family and Friends there to Greet Her. Praying Gods Blessings for the Family.
Johnnie Atkinson Fridell
Monday, December 18, 2017
We are so very sorry for your loss. My mother (Syliva Kornegay Atkinson) always spoke fondly of you Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.