Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Carolina Funeral Home & Gardens

7113 Rivers Ave

Charleston, South Carolina

Ruby Reeves Obituary

Ruby Bell Reeves CHARLESTON - Ruby Bell Reeves, 76, of Charleston died September 24, 2015. Ruby was the wife of the late Morris Reeves. She was born in Charleston on June 28, 1939. She was the daughter of the late Thomas H. Bell and the late Helen Nelson Bell. Ruby was a member of North Bridge Baptist Church. Ruby was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. She had many friends who loved her dearly. Ruby was known as "The Hugger" at church and those hugs will be greatly missed by all that knew her. The world will greatly miss the compassion and kindness that Ruby showed in her life. Ruby is survived by her daughters Cathy B. Culpepper (Frankie) of Greenville, SC and Susan B. Fischer (Jack) of North Charleston, SC, a son Andrew Mack of North Charleston, SC, grandson Matthew D. Culpepper (fiance;e Kristi Esposito) of Greenville, SC. Sisters Dorothy B. Ussery of Dover, Fla., Barbara B. Williams of Summerville, SC, brothers David S. Bell of Summerton, SC, Stephen P. Bell (Laura) of Mt. Pleasant, SC, and a number of nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by sister Doris B. Strickland and brother Thomas G. Bell. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m., Friday, September 25, 2015 at Carolina Memorial Park, Funerals and Cremations, 7113 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC. Funeral service will be held at 4 p.m., Saturday, September 26, 2015 in the Carolina Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with The Rev. Keith Wall officiating. Interment will follow in Carolina Memorial Park. The family request that memorials be made to the Cancer Society, PO Box 100902, Columbia, SC 29290 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or charity of your choice. Services provided by Carolina Memorial Park Funerals and Cremations 7113 Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC 29406 843-797-2222 www.carolinamemorial.com Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 24 to Sep. 25, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruby Reeves

Not sure what to say?





JoElla Tyree

September 26, 2015

While I only had the pleasure of knowing Ms. Ruby for a short time, the honor was all mine. We spent many afternoons watching the game show network and laughing together. I will miss her but take comfort in knowing that she is reunited with her husband. My thoughts & prayers are with the family.

September 26, 2015

Ruby was a very dear person and gave great hugs. I will surely
miss birthday song.

Susie Myatt Schwertfeger

September 26, 2015

Susan so sorry to hear that my good friend has left this earth for her heavenly home. Morris has been waiting on her. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by all her knew her charitable ways. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sorrowful time. God Bless Susie Myatt Schwertfeger

Vera Trotman

September 25, 2015

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.Susan I was so saddened to hear about Mom because her strong spirit will truly be missed.I am here for you. Love you.

Bhoy Sosa

September 25, 2015

I love you Ms. Ruby, you and him knows that.

Lou Anne Feller

September 25, 2015

Susan, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. You always had such a great closeness to your mom. I always loved hearing the stories that you shared.

September 25, 2015

Mrs. Ruby was such a blessing and treasure to so many people. She will be missed greatly but I'm sure she is with her "babe" and smiling from ear to ear!!

September 25, 2015

To Susan and family,

May you be strengthened and comforted by faith that your mother has transitioned to her beautiful home, the one John wrote about in the 14th chapter.

Hope you will fin comfort in knowing that others care.
Love, Peace and Joy

Elder Josephine Prioleau-Richardson
Charleston, SC

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in Ruby Reeves's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Ruby Reeves

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Carolina Funeral Home & Gardens

7113 Rivers Ave, Charleston, SC 29406

How to support Ruby's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Ruby Reeves's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more