Ruth E. Breckenridge

Ruth E. Breckenridge, 75, of Charleston, West Virginia, peacefully departed this life on October 29, 2026, at Vandalia Health.

Born on March 30, 1951, in Charleston, West Virginia, Ruth was educated in the Kanawha County school system and attended Dunbar High School.

Ruth was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was employed by Dow Corporation before retiring.

Known for her soft-spoken nature, kind heart, and loving spirit, Ruth found happiness in life's simple pleasures. She enjoyed cooking and, above all, spending time with her sons and grandchildren. It didn't take much to make Ruth smile. Her gentle presence brought warmth to those around her.

Family was an important part of Ruth's life, and the moments she shared with her loved ones will remain treasured memories. Her kindness, warmth, and love will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew her.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Moses and Clara Adams; her brothers, Moses, James, Johnny; and her sisters, Lottie, Evangeline, Lois, Rozetta, and Francis.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Warren; her beloved sons, Walter and Ricco Duckwyler; her brother, Joe (Claire) Adams; her grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews; her special nieces, Barbara Duckwyler and Barbara Branum; and many other relatives and friends.

A service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston.

The family will receive guests one hour prior the service at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

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