RUTH EDITH ECHOLS BREWSTER

November 7, 2019

Ruth Edith Echols Brewster, 90, of Bessemer, Alabama passed away Thursday November 7th, 2019 at Self Nursing Home and Hospice Center. Ruth was born 2-27-1929 in Birmingham, Alabama. She attended public schools and later in life attended Nursing School at UAB. She was married to Robert Brewster until his death in 1980. Together they raised two daughters, Ellen Rutledge and Lori Brewster. Ruth worked as a School Administrator and later in the Nursing and Eye Care fields. She was a member of Fairfield Highland Presbyterian Church and numerous service and civic organizations throughout life. She enjoyed traveling, square dancing, cooking and family. She was loved by all her friends and family and loved to share her full and active life. She is predeceased by her husband, Robert Brewster and her four siblings. She is survived by her daughter, Ellen Rutledge (Ronny), Lori Brewster and her Grandson, Zach Rutledge. She is also survived by her long-time companion, Larry Lenoir. The visitation will be Monday, November 11, 2019, from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM, at Peoples Chapel Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Animal Society and Shelter.