With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Ruth B. Walker, 81, formerly of Kingstree, SC, widow of Michael Walker, who passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026.

The family is receiving friends and family at 909 Third Avenue, Kingstree, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Kingstree, SC. 843-354-2292

CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF
Ruth B. Walker

"Well done, good and faithful servant." — Matthew 25:23
"To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." — 2 Corinthians 5:8

On Sunday, August 23, 2026, our beloved Ruth B. Walker peacefully answered God's call and made her transition from this earthly life to her eternal home in heaven. While we mourn the loss of a woman so deeply loved, we find comfort in the promises of God and in the hope of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Ruth was a woman of faith who loved God, good music, baking, dancing, shopping, and most of all spending time with her family. She grew up in Kingstree, South Carolina, where she attended Williamsburg County public schools. At an early age, she became a member of Siloam Missionary Baptist Church, where she developed a strong foundation of faith.

Ruth was born to the late Carl Bradley and Louise Nesmith Bradley. She will forever be remembered for her infectious sense of humor, funny jokes, warm spirit, and the unconditional love she shared with those around her.

Ruth was united in marriage to the late Michael Allen Walker, who preceded her in death. Throughout her life, Ruth created countless memories filled with love, laughter, wisdom, and valuable life lessons. She worked for many years as a housekeeper in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where she touched the lives of many through her hard work and kind spirit.

In the later years of her life, Ruth made her home in North Carolina with her loving granddaughter Mariah, who became her caretaker, alongside Mariah's husband and Ruth's grandson-in-law, Darrell Foster. Together, they shared the ordinary moments, laughter, challenges, and memories that marked this chapter of Ruth's life. As her needs changed, Mariah and Darrell remained devoted to her daily care and support. Their home became her home, and the bond they shared during these years created memories that will forever remain a treasured part of Ruth's legacy.

Ruth's faith was the anchor of her life. She would often declare, "The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?" (Psalm 27:1). She also loved to testify about what the Lord had done for her, saying, "The Lord picked me up, turned me around, and placed my feet on solid ground." And her favorite saying of all was saying, "Anything I want my God got." Gospel music brought her joy and comfort. Songs such as "Cooling Water," "I'm Just a Nobody," and "I Won't Complain" reflected the faith that remained such an important part of her life.

THOSE LEFT TO CHERISH HER MEMORY

Children: Christine (Woody) Burgess, Earnestine Harmon, James Edward Bradley, Elisha (Matthew) Scott, Sheila Harmon, and Eric (Sharlene) Harmon. She was the loving mother of eight children, two of whom, Mary Lou Bradley and Ronnie Harmon, preceded her in death.

Grandchildren: 30 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren, seven of whom she lovingly raised as her own: Mariah (Darrell) Foster "Toop", Sterling Harmon "Booger", Zaraya Harmon "Boopie", Ebony Harmon "Poop", Jawaski Harmon "Frank", Krystal Harmon "Dolly", and Jaquan Bradley "Quan".

Siblings: She was also preceded in death by five siblings: Virginia Livingston, Buddha Gamble, William Bradley, Harold Gamble, and another sibling who is lovingly remembered by the family.

Sisters: She leaves to cherish her memory her sisters Billie Bell Gamble of Kingstree, South Carolina; and Ruby McKnight of Kingstree, South Carolina.

Sisters-in-law: Rosetta Gamble of Kingstree, South Carolina, and Cornell Bradley of Newark, New Jersey.

She will also be deeply missed by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, friends, and all those who were blessed to know and love her.

HER LEGACY

Though she has left this earthly home, Ruth's love, laughter, wisdom, and beautiful legacy will continue to live on through the generations she leaves behind.

Sleep peacefully, Ruth. Your work here is done.
Your love will forever remain in our hearts.