Ruth Emerson Miller

Entered into eternal rest with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, September 27, 2012 Ruth Emerson Boone Miller, 95, of Charleston, South Carolina, was the wife of the late William E. Miller. The Funeral Service will be held Monday, October 1, 2012 in Citadel Square Baptist Church Chapel, 328 Meeting Street, at 12:30 p.m. with visitation from one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Live Oak Memorial Gardens, Hwy. 61.

Born October 20,1916, in Kenly, N.C., she was the daughter of James Clarence and Martha Ricks Boone. In 1934, she graduated from Goldsboro High School, N.C., and attended Louisburg College, Louisburg, N.C. Ruth married William Miller in 1941 and settled on James Island for 30 years.

A true Christian, Ruth's life revolved around her beloved church. For many years, she served as kindergarten director at Pierpont Baptist Church in Charleston and as financial secretary at Citadel Square Baptist Church. Always active in religious activities, she was director of the Women's Missionary Union and Sunday school teacher to the Junior Department and Adult Class. One of the highlights of her many travels was visiting the Holy Land.

An avid reader, Ruth continually broadened her education by taking courses at area colleges. She took great delight in sewing and smocking clothes for her beloved grandchildren. After the age of 70, Ruth took up painting and found pleasure in working with oils and water colors. Her many pastimes included tending her garden, cooking, playing the piano, and spending time with family and friends. She especially loved entertaining her church groups at her home during Christmas and throughout the year.

She is survived by three children: Barbara M. Dority of James Island; Betty M. Beckum (Don) of Charleston; and William E. Miller, Jr., (Marilyn) of North Fort Myers, Fla. She is also survived by six grandchildren: Lisa D. Winn, Lindsay D. Glenn (Chris), Lauren B. Mayes (Stephen), Leslie A. Beckum of Charleston, and Mark R. Miller of Florida; and seven great grandchildren: Nicholas and Andrew Mayes; Luke Beckum; Jackson and Drayton Glenn; and Megan and Emily Winn.T

he family wishes to thank the staff of Palmetto Hospice for support and care.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Citadel Square Restoration Fund, c/o Citadel Square Baptist Church, 343 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29403, or Friends of Bonnie Doone, 5878 Bonnie Doone Road, Walterboro, SC 29488.Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL.