Ina Ruth Graham, 88, of Richmond, died Wednesday, March 27, 2019, at Shirkey's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond.

Ruth was born on April 26, 1930, in Camden, the daughter of Homer "H.D." and Susie May (Brockman) Yallaly.  She was united in marriage to Elmer Graham, of Rayville, on September 9, 1949.  He preceded her in death on November 1, 2002.

Survivors include: three sons: Elmer Eugene Graham, Dennis Ray Graham, and Kenneth Wayne Graham, all of Richmond; one daughter: Donna Kay Graham of Richmond; three grandchildren: Jessica (Josh) Clark, Emily Graham, and Chris Graham; and four great-grandchildren: Hope, Faith, Hannah Grace, and Hayli Nicole.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and three sisters: Margaret Williams, Faye Gardner, and Reba Brown.

Ruth was a farm wife and homemaker, where she and her husband farmed for over 50 years, five miles west of Richmond.  In addition to helping her husband on the farm, Ruth was a school bus driver for 30 years.  She was of the Christian faith and loved going to church at Richmond First Church of God.  Ruth was an avid gardener and loved to play dominoes with her family.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to either the Susan G. Komen Foundation or Alzheimer's Association.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street - P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, March 29, 2019, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond.  Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the funeral home.  Burial will follow services in Richmond Memory Gardens.  Please share your memories of Ruth by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com .