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Obituary For Mattie Ruth “Ruth” Sledge
Ms. Mattie Ruth “Ruth” Sledge ,76, of Atlanta, GA, formerly of Lanett, AL, transitioned on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Pheobe Putney Memorial Hospital, Albany, GA.
Mattie Ruth Sledge, affectionately known as “Ruth”, was born on January 16th to Mary Lee Welch and Ethan Bonner of Lanett, Alabama, in 1948.
She began her education within the Lanier School System and later graduated from Washington High School, after migrating to Atlanta, Georgia in 1964. Mattie sought to further her education by attending beauty school and obtaining her cosmetology license. Though she had many niches and gained experience in varying sectors, she was always known to be a hardworking woman and worked over thirty years at General Motors before becoming a retiree in 2008.
Throughout her life, Mattie was a beloved mother, nurturing grandmother, dependable sister, aunt, and loyal friend to many. Anyone can attest that Mattie was known to be on the go! She could always be found shopping, spending time with family and friends, traveling the states, and having a great time out with the “Dirty Dozen” and “Just for Fun” crew. You could even find her two stepping at ‘Wine Down Wednesday’s” to giving God the honor and praise at “Praise in the Park” every year. That was the duality of Mattie Ruth. She knew how to have fun but would always give God his glory. Serving across multiple ministries as a member of Wings of Faith in Atlanta, Georgia, Mattie, was known to give God the loudest praise beating her tambourine in worship every Sunday when she was in attendance.
Even as we bid farewell to Mattie, the family finds comfort in knowing that Mattie lived a life devoted to Christ and that her spirit of love, compassion, and toleration for no-nonsense would live on in those that were fortunate to experience her great soul.
Mattie was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Lee Welch; father, Ethan Bonner; sister, Julia Davis and brother Gilbert Welch.
Mattie is survived by her son, Antonio Sledge (Charlanda) of Albany, Georgia; granddaughter, RaShaunnah Sledge, and great-grand daughter, Chyenne Dobbs, of Atlanta, Georgia; sisters, Mary Ethel ‘Mae Ethel’ Floyd and Iola Welch, of Lanett, Alabama, and along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral Services for Ms. Sledge will be held on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. EST in the sanctuary of the Ebenezer Baptist Church, 1006 North 10th Avenue, Lanett, AL 36863 with Rev. Dr. Jesse Walker, II, Pastor, Eulogist and Rev. Leonard Autry, assisting.
Interment will follow in the Hill Crest Cemetery, 3202 Country Club Road, Lanett, AL 36863.
Public viewing will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. EST until 6:00 p.m. at the M.W. Lee Mortuary.
Final Arrangements entrusted to M.W. Lee Mortuary.
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Angelique Dozier sent Vivid Recollections for Mattie Ruth “Ruth” Sledge - August 16, 2024
You will always be in our hearts. Love you always. Rest peacefully. From Ann and Angelique Dozier
Gone but never forgotten
Mitch and Grayson
Aunt Mattie, a thousand words won't bring you back, I know because I've tried, neither will a thousand tears, I know because I've cried. I will always love you and miss you, my favorite aunt, you treated me more like a grandson than a nephew, the grandmother I never had. You always let me know how proud of me you were. I will miss you more than you will ever know.
-Skylar
Aunt Mattie, a thousand words won't bring you back, I know because I've tried, neither will a thousand tears, I know because I've cried. I will always love you and miss you, my favorite aunt, you treated me more like a grandson than a nephew, the grandmother I never had. You always let me know how proud of me you were. I will miss you more than you will ever know.
The impact she had on our lives is irreplaceable. My aunt always wanted everyone to get along and get together. She loved family gatherings. She had such a quick wit and a funny sense of humor she would leave you laughing ! Just as quick as her wit so was her temper, when you upset her just get out the way. She wouldn't stay angry long then she would ask if you want to go get something to eat, of course at her expense. She loved deeply and all of us differently. Only someone as loved as aunt Mattie can bring out all of these emotions after her death. There's no words how we all loved, her family and friends alike.
The sorrow we feel when we lose a loved one is the price we pay to have had them in our lives(Rob liano). Mattie was a remarkable woman who embraced life with boundless energy and an open heart. She had a natural ability to make a lasting impression on everyone she met, effortlessly turning strangers into friends. Her warmth and kindness knew no bounds, and she was deeply committed to making those around her as happy as they could be. She did not like being stagnant, which one of her greatest character traits. I thank God for blessing us with aunt Mattie she was a beautiful gift, my heart is broken and she will be truly missed.
-Lena
Sending prayers of comfort to Mattie's entire family. A memorable former classmate whom I respected more than words can express. Remembering our days in Atlanta so many years gone by.
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