Ruthie Farmer

On December 22, 2023 Ruthie Mae Farmer got her wings and went to walk with the angels in Heaven. Ruthie passed away at the age 83 after a long battle with dementia. Ruthie was a fighter and her personality remained front and center despite the challenges that arose from this devastating disease. Just because she is no longer here, it doesn’t mean she lost her fight. She’s gone to be with God and share her beautiful smile with those who have gone before her. Ruthie was born on June 28, 1940 in Beaufort, South Carolina. She was the second of nine children born to Clarence and Sarah Robinson. Family was paramount in her life and she was close to each of her siblings: Beatrice Williams (deceased), Randolph Robinson (deceased), Isabel Douglas, Charles Robinson, Doris Bland, Inez Robinson, Mickey Robinson and Evelyn Carter. A day never went by without her talking or thinking about the people who helped shape her foundation. After a whirlwind 11-month courtship which started after a chance meeting at the Pathfinders Club in New York, Ruthie married the love of her life Harvey Ray Farmer on November 26, 1966. This was a match made in Heaven where God brought together two people who were perfect for each other. Their enduring love was a symbol of loyalty, responsibility and commitment for 57 years. Ruthie was the mother of two children, Roger and Ray Jr.; the joys of her life. She raised them with a strong sense of discipline, respect and perseverance; instilling in them an attitude there’s nothing they couldn’t do! She loved her daughters-in-law, Yulando and Vernet. They are the loving balance to her two sons. They are also the mothers to her 5 grandchildren: Taylor, Boyd, Carson, Kennedy and Ryan. She loved being Granny and spending as much time with her family. Ruthie was a woman passionate about God! She was baptized as a child and after moving to New York, Ruthie was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. Upon relocating to North Carolina she continued to be covered by the Lord first at Emmanuel Baptist Church and then at St. Stephens Missionary Baptist Church. Finally, after transitioning to Georgia to be closer to her grandchildren, she joined Friendship Baptist Church where she remained a faithful member until her death. Ruthie found peace in listening to music and we would often hear her humming, clapping or swaying to the sounds of people celebrating her God; The God we know she’s standing next to who has already told her “well done!” Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory-Lawrenceville Chapel 914 Scenic Hwy Lawrenceville, GA 30045 770.338.5558

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Ruthie Farmer

June 28, 1940 - December 22, 2023