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Official Obituary of

Ruth S. (Smith) Barfield

December 13, 1936 ~ July 21, 2025 (age 88) 88 Years Old
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Ruth Barfield Obituary

Ruth Smith Barfield's Story

1936 - 2025

She is lovingly remembered by her son Craig "Todd", Joy Barfield and daughter-in-law Shari Barfield. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren: Steve, Teresa Bell, Dana Bell, Trace Thorn, Chance, Jessie Barfield, Kayla Bates, Kristina, Tony Parker, Hope, Floyd Mead, Heather Barfield Marty, and Joshua, Angie Barfield. Ruth was also blessed with numerous great-grandchildren;Madison, Landon, Payton, Iceis, Tessa, Kenny, Abigail, Dylan, Cameron, Nicholas, Hunter, Levi, Wyatt, Lillianna Ruth, Leo, Liberty, Aubrey, Maddy, Alex, Lilly, Hailey, Kimmy Joy, Karmen, Charley, Zane, Neriyah, Nathaniel and Sara Grace—and great-great-grandchildren Elias and Briar Tate. She is also fondly remembered by several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Charles; her sister Neoma Parrish; brothers Harvey Lee Smith and Sam Smith; children Crystal Thorn; Teddy Thorn; Cathy Bell; Steve Bell; and Charles "Chuck" Barfield; as well as grandchildren Tanner Thorn; Nicki Thorn; and Chuck Richardson.
Pallbearers; Brian Smith, Mathew Smith, Jess Smith, Adam Smith, Zach Clifton, Justin Wooten.
Honorary Pallbearers; John Flowers, Eddie Braddock, Shayne Crosby, Jimmy Crosby, Jackie Smith, Jerry Smith, Alfonzo Cruz.
Her life was a testament to steadfast faith and enduring love. Though she has departed this earthly life to be with the Lord she so faithfully served throughout her days on earth—her spirit remains alive in the hearts of all who knew her.

May Ruth’s memory be a blessing and bring peace to those who mourn her passing.

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Services

Viewing
Friday
July 25, 2025

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
First Baptist Church of Pierson
166 W 3rd Ave.
Pierson, FL 32180

Funeral Service
Friday
July 25, 2025

11:00 AM
First Baptist Church of Pierson
166 W 3rd Ave.
Pierson, FL 32180

Burial
Friday
July 25, 2025

12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
Pierson Methodist Cemetery
Corner of Washington Ave. and Pine
Pierson, FL

Reception to follow burial
Friday
July 25, 2025

First Baptist Church of Pierson
166 W 3rd Ave.
Pierson, FL 32180

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