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Ruth Wesley, 87
Winfield
December 30, 1938 – September 16, 2026
Ruth Wesley, age 87, of Winfield, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, at Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida.
LIFE
Born Dec. 30, 1938, Ruth was the daughter of the late Aster and Carmie (Wright) Davis. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Winfield.
PRECEDED IN DEATH
• Parents: Aster and Carmie (Wright) Davis.
• Son: Kenneth Micheal Wesley.
• Brothers: Ed Davis and Joe Davis.
• Sisters: Betty Wilson and Wilma Davis.
SURVIVORS
• Son: Jeffery Wesley.
• Grandchildren: Emily Wesley, Isiah Wesley, Jonathon Wesley, Cassie Abbott, James Wesley, D.J. Chitwood and Shanna Hatfield.
• Brother: Jerry (Shirley) Davis.
• Sister: Sylvia Terry.
• Special cousin: Sharon Kay (Wilson) Ernstes.
SERVICES
• Visitation: Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the chapel of West-Murley Funeral Home.
• Funeral: To follow at 12 p.m. with Bro. Robert Blankenship officiating.
• Burial: To follow at Perkins Cemetery in Winfield.
Arrangements by West-Murley Funeral Home.
Glenna Harness, 77
Huntsville
October 10, 1948 – September 17, 2026
Glenna Kathleen “Glenn” Gibson Harness, age 77, of Huntsville, peacefully departed this life on Sept. 17, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family.
LIFE
Born Oct. 10, 1948, Glenna was the daughter of Delus and Dora Gibson. She was a member of the Bull Creek United Baptist Church. She lived a life defined by love, devotion, kindness, and an unwavering dedication to her family. Glenna was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family above all else. She found joy in simple blessings: sewing and creating with her hands, planting and tending flowers, and spending time with Ova. Her home was a place of warmth, comfort, and unconditional love, where family and friends were always welcomed with open arms. Known for her gentle spirit, caring heart, and quiet strength, Glenna had a special way of making those around her feel loved and valued. Her greatest happiness came from being surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, whose lives were forever enriched by her love, wisdom, and encouragement.
PRECEDED IN DEATH
• Parents: Delus and Dora Gibson.
• Brothers: Carl Gibson, Albert Gibson and Willie Gibson.
• Sisters: Izella Harness, Ettamae Harness, Irena Olinger, Georgie Gibson, Doris Smith and Kay Lambdin.
• Special nephew: Wally Gibson.
• Step-granddaughter: Ashley Mason.
SURVIVORS
• Beloved husband of 60 years: Ova Harness.
• Son: Jeff Harness and wife Patsy.
• Daughter: Donna Hamby and husband Allen.
• Sister: Florena Massengale.
• Grandchildren: Ryan Hamby and wife Shiana, Dakota Harness and wife Hannah, and Katelyn Matthews and husband Corey.
• Great-grandchildren: Avianna Harness, Haven Harness, Colt Harness, Adaleigh Hamby and Lucas Matthews.
• Step-grandchildren: Roger Mason and wife Tiffany, Josh Mason and wife Tess, and Danielle Gayheart and husband Jake.
• Step-great-grandchildren: Jaycee Mason, Grayson Mason, Landon Mason and Avah Gayheart.
SERVICES
• Visitation: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the chapel of West-Murley Funeral Home.
• Funeral: To follow at 5 p.m. with Bro. Keith Marcum officiating.
• Burial: Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Bull Creek Cemetery.
Arrangements by West-Murley Funeral Home.
Ramona Crabtree, 87
Oneida
October 1, 1938 – September 18, 2026
Ramona M. Blevins Crabtree, age 87, of Oneida, passed away on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida.
LIFE
Born Oct. 1, 1938, Ramona was the daughter of the late Tirl Monroe and Florence Elizabeth West Blevins. She was a member of New Haven Baptist Church.
PRECEDED IN DEATH
• Parents: Tirl Monroe and Florence Elizabeth West Blevins.
• Husband: Norman L. Crabtree.
• Daughter: Melva Lane.
• Brothers: Buddy, Joe, Bill and Roy Earl Blevins.
• Infant sister: Flora Elizabeth Blevins.
• Granddaughter: Niki Jeffers.
• Grandson: Lance Burchfield.
SURVIVORS
• Sons: Keith Crabtree, and Dudley Crabtree and wife Charlotte.
• Grandchildren: Misty (Caleb) Thompson, Devin (Korri) Crabtree, Chase (Morgan) Crabtree, Haleigh Crabtree, Shannon Day, Vanessa (Scott) Gray and Beverly Joy Jeffers.
• Great-grandchildren: 16.
• Great-great-grandchildren: Nine.
• Brother: John Blevins.
• Sisters: Beverly Blevins and Gene, and Mary Chambers.
• Sister-in-law: Wanda Blevins.
SERVICES
• Visitation: Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the chapel of Jones & Son Funeral Home.
• Funeral: To follow at 3 p.m. with Bro. Keith Marcum officiating.
• Burial: To follow at Marcum-Kidd Cemetery.
Arrangements by Jones & Son Funeral Home.
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