September 13, 1945-October 2, 2025
Funeral services for Mrs. Ruby Helen Hennington were held Sunday, October 05, 2025 at 3:00 pm at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Bay Springs with Bro. Keith Ulmer officiating. Burial was in Antioch Baptist Cemetery at Louin under the direction of Colonial Chapel Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hennington, age 80, of Louin, passed away Thursday, October 02, 2025 in Jasper County. She was born Thursday, September 13, 1945 in Jasper County, where she was a longtime resident. She was a graduate of Bay Springs High School, and furthered her education at Jones Junior College and received her Bachelor’s Degree from Mississippi College in medical technology. She was a current employee for Ochsner Rush Hospital in Meridian, where she had been employed for over thirty years. She was a wonderful, fun, and joyous mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved her family dearly and cherished every moment with her family and grandchildren. To know her, was to know true joy. She was the undeniable life of every party; her vibrant spirit and infectious laughter filled every room she entered. More than just a lively presence, she possessed a remarkable gift for making everyone around her feel loved, special, and truly heard. She was a best friend, a champion, and a trusted advisor whose guidance was sought by many. She was the true definition and example of a strong, independent woman. She was a pillar of strength, an encourager, and a source of unwavering support for her family and friends. She lived her life with a sparkle that touched everyone that she met. She leaves behind a legacy of joy, fun, and togetherness. She was a constant reminder that life was supposed to be enjoyed not just lived. Friends and family will forever remember her for her laughter, her giving heart, and her ability to make ordinary moments unforgettable. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives were brightened by her presence.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Joe Hennington; her parents, Fred Monroe, and Velma Phillips Bishop; one brother, Willard Bishop and one sister, Dimple Hemphill.
Survivors include her son, Joe Hennington (Amy) of Union; four grandchildren, Tiffany Comans (Dusty), Jessie Taylor (Cody), Walker Hennington and Hunter Hennington; five great- grandchildren, Maddex Ferguson, Eva Kate Taylor, Mack Henry Ferguson, Rivers Taylor, and Cruze Comans; one sister, Rene Hennington of Lake Eddens; several nieces and nephews also survive.
Pallbearers were Fred Hennington, Matt Hennington, Billy Gray, Marcus Evans, Marcus Ulmer, Tracy Wright, and Ted Hennington.
Honorary pallbearers were Richard Smith, Hunter Hennington, Walker Hennington, and Maddex Ferguson.
Visitation was two hours prior to the services at the funeral home on Sunday.
Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Bay Springs was in charge of arrangements.
An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapelbaysprings.com
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