Mother Ruby answered the great invitation extended by Jesus when he said “Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Take my yoke upon you and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart; and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy and burden is light.
–Matthew 11:28-30
Mother Ruby Jennings was born March 12, 1926 in Cope, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Cleveland Jennings and Ellen Montgomery Jennings. She was called to eternal rest on February 18, 2024 at Jolley Acres Health Care Center in Orangeburg. She preceded in death by one son: James Lee Jennings and one sister: Vera Porter and two brothers: Albert Jennings and Clayton Jennings.
At an early age, Mother Ruby joined Emmanuel AME Church. She later migrated to New York. After her retirement, she returned back to her home, Emmanuel. Thanks to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for 97 years on this earth.
Mother Ruby leaves to cherish fond memories: Samuel (Beulah) Jennings, Christine McClellan, LouEllen Jennings West, John Albert (Carolyn) Jennings, one daughter-in-law: Wendy Jennings, twelve grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren and fourteen great-great grandchildren.

The service will proceed as follows:

The viewing will be held on Friday, February 23,2024 at Glover's Funeral Home from 2:00pm until 6:00pm.

The funeral will be held on Saturday, February 24,2024 at Emmanuel AME Church beginning at 11:00am. All those attending service must wear a mask and adhere to all COVID-19 rules and regulations.