Ruth Spain Harris, age 82, of Homer, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
Mrs. Harris was born on June 30, 1941, in Atlanta, Georgia, and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, by the late Roy Spain and Lucille Pearl Herron Spain. She graduated from Johns Island High School and held a deep affection for her hometown, where she loved to visit and reminisce with her roots. Ruth was a devout member of Charity Baptist Church. She retired from AVON after many years of dedicated service, where she formed many lasting friendships. A lover of the outdoors, Ruth found joy in camping, sitting on her porch, watching and feeding the wildlife, including birds, squirrels, and deer. She especially cherished traveling to the mountains to witness the breathtaking beauty of the changing leaves each fall. Her love for nature was only matched by her incredible sense of humor and her passion for a good yard sale or estate sale, where she could often be found searching for hidden treasures. Ruth was also an avid NASCAR fan. However, her greatest joy came from her family. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother whose love for her children and grandchildren was boundless. Ruth’s legacy is one of deep familial love, unwavering care, and cherished memories. In addition to her family, Ruth’s beloved dogs, Bitsy and Mindy, held a special place in her heart and brought her immense joy and companionship. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald C. Harris, Sr.; brother, Roy Spain, Jr.; and her beloved dogs.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Ronald C. Harris, Jr. and Tonya Renee Harris, of Jefferson; son and daughter-in-law, Randal Kelby Harris and Teresa Michelle Harris, of Bethlehem; grandchildren, Justin Kyle Harris, Bryson Mitchel Harris, Christopher Szekely, Ronald C. Harris, III; sister, Martha Postell, of Snelville; brother, Forrest Spain, of Walterboro, SC; niece, Dede Spain; and several other nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Memorial Services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Charity Baptist Church with Pastor Scott Smith officiating.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the church prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mrs. Harris’ memory to Charity Baptist Church, 1302 Highway 51 N., Homer, Georgia 30547.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, South Chapel at 1370 Industrial Boulevard, Baldwin, Georgia 30511. Telephone: 706-778-7123.
