of Little Rock, AR
June 4, 1974 - December 22, 2013
Ruth Anna Bryant, 39, of Little Rock, and her sister Michelle Graves, 35, of Marianna, AR went to be with the Lord on Sunday December 22nd, 2013.
Ruth leaves behind her loving husband, Corey Bryant; her daughter, Emilee Hagewood,; her son, Caden Bryant; and many close friends and relatives. She is survived by her mother, Sandra Graves, and her brothers, Michael and Nathaniel Graves. She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Graves and her brother, Jon Graves.
Ruth was born on June 4, 1974, in West Plains, Missouri to Arthur and Sandra Graves. As a child she spent many summers with her family enjoying the natural beauty of the Spring River. She graduated Highland High in 1991 and moved to Little Rock, Arkansas.
In 1994 she started her career in the insurance industry with Arkansas Blue Cross. After 19 years of service her expertise and reputation led her to numerous sales and leadership awards. She truly took pride in her job and enjoyed helping others.
Spending time with her family and friends was her greatest passion. She also enjoyed traveling the world and reading novels on the sandy beaches in Mexico.
Ruth was a loving wife, mother, sister, daughter, and friend to many. She will be greatly missed, but she will always have a special place in our hearts.
Memorials may be made to First Security Bank: Bryant Family Memorial Fund or to Ronald McDonald House, 1009 Wolfe St, Little Rock, AR 72202 (501) 374-1956.
Funeral service will be 2:00 P.M., Monday, December 30, 2013, at Fellowship Bible Church, 1401 Kirk Rd, Little Rock, AR 72223 (501) 224-7171. The family will receive friends 4:00-7:00 P.M., Sunday, December 29, 2013, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211 (501) 224-8300.
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89 Condolence(s)
Neal Kring
Saturday, January 4, 2014
Tragedy, truly hate to hear the news.
Aimee
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Shawnee Zanca
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. Hugs emilee.
Shawnee Zanca
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. Hugs emilee.
Mrs. Harris
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
My prayers go out to you Mr. Bryant, Caden, & Emilee (She was my girl at Chenal aftercare).
Jennifer McElyea
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
Ruthie ...I'm going to miss my girl. Many memories we got to share and I will never forget them. I'll keep them with me always and they will forever be a part of me. So special to me, they are. Corey and family, know that I am here for you and will be praying for all of you, thinking of you, and that if you ever need anything that I am always here.
Ric Orintas
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
May she rest in peace and our Almighty Father care for her children...
Judy & Eddie Reed
Monday, December 30, 2013
Sandra, Michael, & Nathaniel,
We have been so upset since we heard of this terrible tragedy in your family. Ruth & Michelle were such beautiful and smart girls & I'm so glad to have taught and known them at Highland as they were growing up. We thought the world of you and your children, Sandra. You were such a wonderful mother to them. We're praying for you every day that you can find the strength to get through this terrible time.
Nicole Page
Monday, December 30, 2013
I was lucky to know Ruth and her family. I am truly sorry for the loss that her family and friends must endure. I will miss you.
Nancy Shahan
Monday, December 30, 2013
I met Ruth when she first came to work at ABCBS in Customer Service. I will always remember what a friendly, caring, beautiful person she was. Those who knew her were truly blessed. My deepest sympathies are with you all.
Louise Mannis
Monday, December 30, 2013
I never had the privilege of meeting Ruth, but I have heard many wonderful things about her through her mother, who is very dear friend and Sister in Christ. My thoughts and prayers are with her family through this difficult time. I believe Ruth is resting in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Linda Hughes Fike
Monday, December 30, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss and have been praying for you all. Ruth's mother was my first cousin and a close friend to me growing up. My heart breaks for you all and I pray for peace and comfort.
Toni
Monday, December 30, 2013
Ruth and I worked together several years ago in ABCBS Customer Service. Ruth was an excellent employee with a contagious smile and spirit. Though the days going forward will be difficult I pray you find peace in knowing that GOD has given her rest. I will remember each of you in my prayers..
Mrs. Gooding
Monday, December 30, 2013
Mr Bryant,
My prayers and thoughts are with you, Caden & Emilee. May Gods unfailing love be comfort, according to His promise to you.
Mrs. Gooding
Chenal Elementary
Lea O'Hara
Monday, December 30, 2013
Thoughts and many prayers for ..Corey.
Ruth was a wonderful.. fun person.. I have many happy memories of her.. Be strong..
Lealea Ohara
Leslie Rasmussen
Monday, December 30, 2013
Corey,
Your friends at Querencia grieve for your loss. Please know we are praying for you and your entire family.
Elizabeth Browning
Monday, December 30, 2013
Ruth was always the smiling face at the gym. We will miss seeing her. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Michelle (Smith) Deitz
Monday, December 30, 2013
Corey, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I have fond memories of Ruth and Emilee living next door to me in Sherwood in early 2000 for a few years. She was a wonderful neighbor and friend. You three had such wonderful memories at that home, and the fence that you all built still stands today. May God lift you up and wrap his arms around you all and bring much needed peace and comfort. My heart aches for you and your family. I am so very sorry.
Ron DeBerry
Monday, December 30, 2013
For the past 10 years it was my great pleasure to work with Ruth at AR Blue Cross. Day in and day out, Ruth was always a great sales representative as she was a person. Those of us that worked closely with Ruth will think of her with the fondest of memories. We were blessed and fortunate to have known and worked with her. Ruth will never be forgotten by her family, friends and coworkers.
charles fHerren
Monday, December 30, 2013
Alicia Taylor
Monday, December 30, 2013
I have been and will continue to pray that God comforts you in your time of loss.
Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. 1 Chronicles 16:11
Patti Blundell
Monday, December 30, 2013
May our most gracious Lord and Saviour bless you all with comfort that only he can.
Kelly Vaughan
Monday, December 30, 2013
I remember the first time that I saw/met Ruth. It was when she first started working in Customer Service at ABCBS. There was a group of us standing around outside talking at lunch. She walked up and I was immediately impressed with not only her beauty, but she had the most wonderful personality. She was kind, caring compassionate and funny. I have not seen her in the last couple of years which truly makes me sad to know that she is gone. May God comfort and bless her children, her husband, her mother and brothers. She was truly an angel here on earth.
Love & Prayers,
Kelly Vaughan
Tracy King
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Dear Families-My heart breaks for the pain you all are going through right now. My prayer is that God will comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. Ruth was a wonderful person and she always had a smile on her face. She had a way of making the room brighter just by walking in with her beautiful smile and bubbly personality. I was blessed to know Ruth through work and she will truly be missed. You all are in my prayers. Tracy King
Gina Oliver
Sunday, December 29, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family.
Keith
Sunday, December 29, 2013
May God wrap his loving arms around your entire family.
Jennifer Stone Silor
Sunday, December 29, 2013
To Ruth's family: I was a friend of Ruth's in grade school. She was always smiling and laughing! She was so kind and such a beautiful soul! Heaven gained a glorious Angel! My prayers are with your family.
Jennifer Stone Silor
Sunday, December 29, 2013
To Ruth's family: I was a friend of Ruth's in grade school. She was always smiling and laughing! She was so kind and such a beautiful soul! Heaven gained a glorious Angel! My prayers are with your family.
Christine Adams (Corey's Cousin)
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Ruth- I should have gotten to know you so much better than I did. Distance made it harder but we picked up every year where we left off with new babies, new trips to talk about, and new Thanksgiving or Christmas memories :) I always thought you were the most beautiful person I had ever met.
I know you are with the Angels looking down on your family. We all miss you very much.
My heart goes out to you Corey, Emilee and Caden. We love you all so very much. Also, Ms. Sandra and Ruth's extended family I never met. I pray that God wraps his arms around you. God Bless your family.
Sherri Thompson
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Ruth was an exceptional person as well as an exceptional employee for Ar. Blue Cross. She will be greatly missed for many reasons. My sincere condolence to Ruth's entire family.
Amy&Dexter Lewis
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Praying for peace, hope, and much love during this difficult time. Corey we are here if you need anything.
Kim Hoffman
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Caden and family,
I am so very sad about the loss of your Mother and Aunt. I will be praying for you and your family during this sad time. With love,your school counselor,Mrs. Hoffman
Kim Hoffman
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Caden and family,
I am so very sad about the loss of your Mother and Aunt. I will be praying for you and your family during this sad time. With love,your school counselor,Mrs. Hoffman
Kim Hoffman
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Caden and family,
I am so very sad about the loss of your Mother and Aunt. I will be praying for you and your family during this sad time. With love,your school counselor,Mrs. Hoffman
Alexis Graves
Sunday, December 29, 2013
I love you so very much! I will miss you Aunt Ruth!
Steve Faulkner
Sunday, December 29, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family.-Steve Faulkner
BETTY LAUMER
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Corey,
Although I didn't know you well when I was located at the Ranch, and I can't imagine the grief and pain you and your family are now experiencing. As a human being, I wish that I could take all of that pain away, but life is not like that. Dealing with loss is as much a part of life and is breathing. My wish for you and your family is that you are able to support each other during this tough time and throughout the future and that you all come to a place of peace. May life's happiness and goodness come back to you 1,000-fold.
Tina Clingan
Sunday, December 29, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Trisha Mahaffey Huffmaster
Sunday, December 29, 2013
So very sorry for your loss...Ruth was a class mate of mine..she always had a smile on her face..she made the room shine..she was always one to say hello first..the lord got 2 more angels...
Julie Savage
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Dear beautiful sweet Ruth, with a smile that could light up a room...you will be missed. Many wonderful childhood memories include you in them. Rest in peace lovely lady. Prayers for your family....
Kathy Huskey
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Elizabeth Meyer
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Corey, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Burkhammer Johnson
Saturday, December 28, 2013
To Ruth's family: I am deeply sorry for your loss. Ruth and I graduated high school together. I didn't hang around with Ruth much, but I remember she was always smiling. She was very kind, and she and her friends were always giggling about something. I know she will be missed by many. Your family continues to be in my prayers.
Teresa Sims White
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Sister Sandra SO SORRY I AM PRAYING FOR YOU ALL!!!!
Teresa Sims White
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Sister Sandra SO SORRY I AM PRAYING FOR YOU ALL!!!!
Esther Hatfield
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Words cannot say the how sorry we are for your Loss. We are praying for all of the family.
linda
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I MISS YOU AND YOU ARE A NICE PERSON AND WE ALL LOVE AND ADMIRED YOU VERY MUCH LOVE KEITH BRYANT
Leann Rogers
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Ruth was a truly beautiful person inside and out. Her loss will long be felt by all who knew her. Our prayers are with your family for comfort and strength.
Bobbie Russell
Saturday, December 28, 2013
So sad , prayers for The Family! God Give You Comfort, holding you in His loving arms.
Jason and Holly Treece
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Jason and I were so sad to hear of the loss of Ruth and her sister. The family and friends she left behind have been on our minds daily since the accident. We have reminisced about all of the wonderful times we have had with Ruth and the memories bring a smile to our faces. She will be greatly missed by all!
Patrick Crowley
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Corey, my thoughts are with you and your family brother.
Gabriel Peyton
Saturday, December 28, 2013
mistie and eddie curtis
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Don't even know what to say...our hearts are broken for the entire family...we pray for you daily..and we will be donateing to st judes.. and children hospitals in their memory
Karen Buck Schisler
Saturday, December 28, 2013
To Ruth's family...I'm sorry for your loss and can't imagine your pain and sorrow. Ruth and I were in high school together and even though we didn't talk much during that time, I remember how sweet and kind she was to everyone she met. She will be missed.
Amber Osterhus
Saturday, December 28, 2013
My thoughts and prayer are with you all during this extremely difficult time.
William & Carian Curtis
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Praying for your family Ruth. You were one of the prettiest girls I know.
Hope Seibert
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Dearest Sandra, Michael and Nathaniel, and family, our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you all daily, God Bless you and be with you in the days ahead. Danny and Hope Seibert
Tricia
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I am blessed to have so many wonderful memories i will cherish til we meet again.
Andrea Chaffin
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Praying for your family daily. May God give you all the strength and grace to get through this difficult time. I pray for blessings upon blessings for the all the children and family of these two beautiful ladies. They will forever be remembered in our hearts and through their children. God be with you all.
Tori Kirscht (Seibert)
Saturday, December 28, 2013
To Ruth's family: I am so sorry for your loss. Ruth was such an amazing, beautiful woman and will be greatly missed. Our family grew up together and I have many memories of our younger years. To Ruth: Can't wait to see you on the other side. I love you!
Dr. George R. Franks, Jr., Ph.D.
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I am deeply saddened to read of Ruth's tragic death. Her external beauty was surpassed only by that of her spirit; she enjoyed life and loved her family deeply. She will be sorely missed by those blessed with knowing her in life.
I pray God's blessing on the family as you pass through this time of loss.
Gary & Julie Williams
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Corey, Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. You and your family are forever in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlie and Cathy Johnson
Saturday, December 28, 2013
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
DeAnna Shackelford McGinnes
Saturday, December 28, 2013
May God comfort and keep you all close in Him. My heart goes out to your family.
Elizabeth Butts
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I met Ruth at a Youth Camp in Louisiana when we were very young. She was always such a sweet person to be around. So sorry for y'alls loss. May God be with y'all to comfort and guide y'all during this difficult time.
Kimberly Phelps and Family
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. May you all find comfort in the Lord. We love you. I am Melissas mother and Alexis and Katlyns grandmother. We will surely miss you Ruth.
Danielle Allen Priester
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Praying! You will be missed!
Rene Lovett
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Art and I are remembering you in our thoughts and prayers. We will treasure our wonderful memories of being with the two of you in Rome.
Melissa Thompson
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I love you guys!
Juddy Tolson
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Corey,
So sorry for your loss! I will be thinking of you.
Juddy
Kelly Shields
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I am so sorry for this tragic loss. Ruth was a very special friend. She was so beautiful inside and out. I am praying for God to wrap his loving arms around her family and friends for all to feel his presence during this difficult time.
Kimberly Parks
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I became friends with Ruth at JP Fitness. I taught classes there. She was such a wonderful person & just as gorgeous on the inside as she was on the outside! I will keep her family in my prayers.
Rodney and Tami Hawkins
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Praying for all of you!
dorothy evans
Saturday, December 28, 2013
so very sorry to hear this and also you sister God Bless all the family and give them comfort
Pam Walker
Saturday, December 28, 2013
To Ruth's family I am so very sorry for your loss. Ruth and I met when she first came to work at ABCBS in Customer Service. I used to call her Ruthie all the time. She would just give me her beautiful smile. She will be missed by all those who knew her. She's with the Lord now walking on streets of gold headed to see her mansion that he's promised us. RUTHIE I LOVE YOU and will miss you terribly. But we'll reunite when God calls me home.
Michelle Davis
Saturday, December 28, 2013
I'm going to really miss this angel. She was such a sweet spirit. I'm praying for her family that God gives you the strength to get through this.
Nikki Pickens
Friday, December 27, 2013
I work for Blue Cross, so sorry for your family's loss. Y'all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Angela Coleman
Friday, December 27, 2013
May God comfort your family during this loss of such a wonderful person. Love you Ruth and Michelle.
Gail Townsend
Friday, December 27, 2013
May God's word give your family strength. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I only met Ruth once but I see how her warm spirit touched so many people at Blue Cross.
Tammy Salman (Jordan)
Friday, December 27, 2013
Our prayers are with each of you during this tragedy with the loss of Ruth. May God cover you with his grace and restore your broken hearts.
Shanda
Friday, December 27, 2013
Ruth was a beautiful person inside and out. I had the privilege of meeting her at work and she was a great person. Praying for her family during this difficult time. Shanda
Debbie Brainard
Friday, December 27, 2013
Our hearts go out to Ruth's and her Sister's family. May The Lord wrap these families in his loving arms.
Karen Burris
Friday, December 27, 2013
Ruth is such a beautiful person. Heaven just became more beautiful. She will be missed.
Karen Burris
Friday, December 27, 2013
Ruth is such a beautiful person. Heaven just became more beautiful. She will be missed.
Joy
Friday, December 27, 2013
Praying that God will draw close to Ruth's family during this time!
Debbie Cloe
Friday, December 27, 2013
I am SO very sorry for your tragic loss. I knew from Ruth from work .... She always was so nice. I pray for healing at this very difficult time
Betty Dillon
Friday, December 27, 2013
Praying for Ruth's family. Ruth was a very special woman who was loved by many. She was always pleasant at work. A beautiful smile.
Pat Whitlow
Friday, December 27, 2013
So sorry for the passing of Ruth. She was beautiful inside and out.
Lawanaka K. Hooper
Friday, December 27, 2013
You will be greatly miss Ruth. You was a wonderful person inside out. You all are in my prayers. May God bless you.