Ruth Ann Grapes , age 78, of Petersburg, WV, passed away on March 21, 2024, at the Pendleton Manor in Franklin, WV.  Ruth was born on September 28, 1945 in Washington D.C., the daughter of the late William Harvey Parker and Betty Jane Stevens. She was raised by her Aunt Janet P. Moltz.  She was previously married to the father of her children, Wayne Grapes who survives in Petersburg.

Ms. Grapes attended Jefferson High School in Washington D.C. and was a member of the North Fork Baptist Church.  Ruth worked as a bookkeeper and secretary for North Fork Disposal Services and enjoyed being a homemaker for her family.

Ruth is survived by: 2 daughters, Debra Lynn Truitt of Salisbury, MD; Lisa Ann Mallow (Allen) of Lahmansville, WV; 2 sons, Michael Wayne Grapes (Joanie) of Riverton, WV; William Harvey Grapes (Lisa) of Riverton, WV; a sister, Doris Parker of Castlewood, VA; 2 half-sisters, Dawn and Barbara Parker; a nephew, George Vennoy; 11 Grandchildren; and 17 Great-Grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by: a sister, June Lechliter and a half brother, George.

In honoring Ruth's wishes, her body has been cremated with all services being private.  Memorial may be made to the family toward funeral expenses c/o Sherry Pennington at 13417 Petersburg Pike Upper Tract, WV 26866.  Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com or on Facebook at Basagic Funeral Home.