Ruth M. Leamon, 91, of Kingsport went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport.
She was born on October 30, 1917 in Hancock, Tennessee to the late J.W. and Ida Trent Leamon. She moved to and grew up in Princess Anne, MD, returning to Kingsport after graduating high school. She worked at the Kingsport Press for 45 years until her retirement, first as a linotype operator in the composing room and then in the early 50's as a supervisor in CAP. She was an active member of Lynn Garden Baptist Church until her health declined.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by all her brothers and sisters; John Leamon, Barnett, Leamon, Burkett Leamon, Fannie Lipscomb, Fain Leamon, Artie Howard, Gladys Tribeck, Jean Montooth and Jack Leamon.
Survivors include her nieces and nephews, Kenneth and Sissie Leamon, Jim and Tena Leamon , Charles and BJ Leamon, Jackie Simpson, all of Kingsport; Gerry and Barbara Tribeck of Snow Hill, MD, and Kathleen Ennis of Fruitland, MD; along with several great nieces and great nephews.
The family will receive friends from 11 am to 1 pm on Friday, October 23, 2009 at the Lynn Garden Baptist Church, 301 May Avenue, Kingsport. Funeral services will be held in the church at 1 pm with Pastor Michael Wyre, officiating
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park, Kingsport. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Leamon, Jim Leamon, Charles Leamon, Gerry Tribeck, Connie Walton, Jason Tribeck, Billy Brown and Casey Leamon.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Lynn Garden Baptist Church, Elevator Fund, 301 May Avenue, Kingsport, TN 37665
Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Leamon family.
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From: Linda Sikorski
lsdoubles@mounet.com
Date: 10/25/2009
Ruth was my first supervisor at the Kingsport Press. She was my teacher and mentor on the job. She could be tough, but she always came to our defense when the need arose. She will be missed. Kenneth and Sissy you were a good nephew and niece to her. So sorry for your loss.
From: Frankie Yankee
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Date: 10/23/2009
I, too, worked for Ruth for years at the Press. She was a very nice lady and will be missed. My condolences to you, Kenneth & Sissy and the rest of your family. Your took good care of her in her later years.
From: bud moore
budmoore3@netzero.com
Date: 10/22/2009
I worked with Ruth many years ago. She was a fine lady. My sympathy to the family. My prayers will be with you all.
Bud Moore
Snellville, Georgia
From: Carolyn (Holt) Larkins
cjhlarkins@charter.net
Date: 10/22/2009
I am saddened to hear of Ruth's passing. She lived a very long life. She always called her female employees her "little girls."
From: Janice Gammon
janway@gmail.com
Date: 10/21/2009
My deepest condolences to the family. Ruth was a great lady and work supervisor.
From: Brenda J Mullins
brenda_les1769@yahoo.com
Date: 10/21/2009
I worked with Ruth many years ago at the Kpt. Press. I'm sorry to hear of her passing.
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