Ruth Brockwell
April 18, 1922 ~ June 29, 2012
Ruth Elizabeth (Powell) Brockwell age 89 a resident of Rt. 4 Meadow Heights Philippi passed away on Friday June 29, 2012 while a resident of Mansfield Place of Broaddus Hospital. Mrs. Brockwell was the last surviving member of 12 siblings and was born on July 18, 1922 in Pipe Creek, Belmont County, Ohio, a daughter of William and Eunice (Saffell) Powell of Pipe Creek, Shadyside, Ohio. She was united in marriage on July 6, 1960 to her husband of 53 years, James A. Brockwell, Jr. who survives. Also surviving
Six children, Charlene Adkins of Virginia Beach, VA
Charles "Alan" Watson and wife Mary of Tiltonsville, OH
Chris Ducci and wife Nancy of Wheeling, WV
Natalie Ducci of St. Clairsville, OH
Janet Grimes and husband Dale of Clarksburg, WV
Dorothy Jones and husband Greg of Philippi
14 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren
As a teenager, Ruth cleaned houses and worked in a bakery, making pies. On laundry day it was said that the linens hanging on her clothes line were the cleanest in the neighborhood. At one time, Ruth managed the Wigwam Restaurant in Powhatan Point, OH. It was here that she met her husband Jim Brockwell. Recently graduated from VPI, Jim was employed by North American Coal Corp. in Powhatan Point and ate at the Wigwam. Ruth loved flowers and for a while belonged to the Philippi Garden Club.
Ruth's request for cremation will be honored.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wrightfuneralhomeservices.com
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I am so sorry for your loss. Janet – my heart hurts for you. I know how much you love your Mommy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janet: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to let me know. Brenda
May you find strength in your faith at this sad time. Ruth was an inspiration to many and will be remembered for all the happy times she created for many people. Our prayers to all the family.
Hey sweetie, I am so so sorry to hear about your Mother. Your Mother sounds like a remarkable lady. Sorry that I never got to meet her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You know I'm here for you if you need someone to talk to or a a shoulder to cry on. Love you.
Janet, My sincerest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May GOD Bless You and Your Family! Julius
Ruth and I became good friends and I will miss her. I have alot of fond memories that we shared.
Greg and Dorothy – my deepest sympathy is with you.