Ruth Carolyn Waddell

Ruth Steely Waddell, 92, Kingsport, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2008, following an extended decline in health. She had resided for several years at Asbury Place of Baysmont, in Kingsport. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilfred G. Waddell in 1991, her parents, L.C. and Hattie Steely, 5 sisters and 4 brothers. Mrs. Waddell, a native of Williamsburg, KY, was a homemaker and had resided in Johnson City, TN the majority of her adult life. She was of the Baptist faith and longtime member of Central Baptist Church of Johnson City. She loved her church and church family and was actively involved until declining health prevented her from participating. She enjoyed traveling and playing golf with her husband and was an avid bridge player. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, W. Gorman and Alexis Waddell of Kingsport and David S. and Sarah Waddell of Knoxville; two grandsons and granddaughters-in-law, Bruce and Stacey Waddell of Eden Prairie, MN and Andrew and Angie Waddell of Atlanta, GA; three great grandchildren, Carlin, Jake and Emily Waddell; four step-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A private graveside service for family and friends will be held Friday, December 12, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Monte Vista Memorial Park, 1900 E. Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN with Dr. Ronald F. Murray officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be: grandsons and step-grandsons, Jeffery Jenkins, Christopher Jenkins and Carter Grace. Morris '' Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Service in charge of arrangements, 2001 E. Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN 37601 or (423) 282-1521. Online condolences are available at www.morrisbaker.com. Her family would like to express their thanks and deepest appreciation to the staff and nurses at the Asbury Place, Kingsport, for the wonderful, loving care shown Mrs. Waddell during her stay. The family request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the charity of your choice.