Ruth Ann Barbier Hamilton, 81, of Johns Island, South Carolina, widow of Richard Paul Hamilton died Sunday, February 24, 2019. Her Funeral Service will be held Monday, February 25, 2019 in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Northwoods Chapel, 2180 Greenridge Road at 6:30 pm.

Ruth was born September 3, 1937 in Rochester, Michigan, daughter of the late Melvin Joseph Barbier and the late Nellie Ruth Shattuck. She was an amazing homemaker, a creative artist, and enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived by: two daughters, Christi Hirt (David) of North Charleston, SC, Debra Bacher (John) of Warren, OH; six grandchildren: John Ryan Bacher (Teresa), Jason Bacher, Katelynn Bacher Rowe (Kevin), Alex Hirt, Bradlee Hirt, Zachary Hirt; three great-grandchildren: Vincent Bacher, Michaela Bacher, Annaliese Bacher.

Memorials may be made to James Island Rural Housing Long Term and Hospice, 3624 Maybank Highway, Johns Island, SC 29455.