Ruth Dykes

Mrs. Ruth I. Dykes age 72 of New Tazewell, TN was born July 25, 1937 and passed away April 18, 2010. She was preceded in death by Husband, Kenneth Dykes; Son, Kenny C. Dykes; Parents Florence and Lillard Brooks.

She is survived by her Children: Son Jack and wife Barbara Lynn of Speedwell, TN

Daughter: Betty and husband David Marlowe of Duff, TN

Grandchildren: Alan, Katrina, Steven, Brandon, Trissy

a host of Great Grandchildren

Brother: Murphy Brooks of Tazewell, TN

Several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends from 4 until 7 P.M. Wednesday April 21, 2010 at the Coffey Funeral Home Chapel with funeral service to follow at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday night in the Coffey Funeral Home Chapel. Burial at 11:00 A.M. Thursday morning in Stiner Cemetery in Sharp Chapel.

Ministers: Rev. Roger Leach and Rev. Bud Dykes

Singers: Gladys Collins and son Troy Taylor

Pallbearers: Jeff Walker, Bill England, Alan McManaway, Steven Dykes, Clifford Rouse

Honorary Pallbearers: Zack Walker, Cliff England, Ralph Sharp

Coffey Funeral Home in charge.