Ruth Bare

Mrs. Ruth Badger Richardson Bare, age 84 of West Jefferson, NC died Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Forsyth Memorial Hospital.  Mrs. Bare was born April 20, 1924 in Ashe County to the late Joseph and Fannie Waddell Badger.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her first husband; Ross Richardson, second husband; Wilmer Bare and one brother.  Mrs. Bare retired from Blue Ridge Electric after over twenty years of service.  She loved to volunteer at the Ashe County Library.  She enjoyed reading, crocheting, quilting and gardening.  She was also a member of the Extension and Community Service Club. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Jack Miller and Elder Floyd South.  Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 - 3:00 PM prior to the service. Mrs. Bare is survived by: One daughter:  Joan "Jodi" Richardson Fisch of West Jefferson, NC One step-daughter:  Shelia Bare Helms of Taylorsville, NC One sister:  Donna Badger Poe of Mocksville, NC 2 step- grandchildren several nieces and nephews also survive. The family respectfully requests no food please.  Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to: Ashe County Library 148 Library Dr. West Jefferson, NC  28694 You may send and view email condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.