Ruth Coppinger

Ruth F. Coppinger, 91, passed away Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Paul Coppinger; parents, Charles and Bertha Emerling; brother, Gilbert "Gubby" Emerling; sons, Alan R. Johnson and Steve L. Johnson. Those left to cherish her memories are her grandsons, Alan G. Johnson and Steve Johnson; good friends, Richard Alder, Barb and Joe Esatto, all of Whitwell; beloved pets, Brownie, Buddy and Ol' Girl. Family will receive friends noon CDT, Tuesday, Aug. 26. Graveside service 1 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 26, at Whitwell Memorial Cemetery. Share memories and photos at www.whitwellmemorialfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Whitwell Memorial Funeral Home Inc., 423-658-7777.