Mrs. Ola Ruth Weeks Earley
(January 3, 1928 - March 22, 2022)
Viewing Location: Leevy's Funeral Home Chapel
Viewing Date & Time: Sunday, March 27, 2022 / 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Funeral Location: St. Mark Baptist Church 2700 Chestnut Street Columbia, South Carolina
Funeral Date & Time: Monday, March 28, 2022 / 11:00 A.M.
Interment Location: Lincoln Cemetery 4900 Farrow Road Columbia, South Carolina
To the Earley Family,
Thank you for sharing your mother with myself and my family. I have fond memories of Mrs. Earley growing up. I remember her picking me up for Sunday School and Vacation Bible School (VBS). Her guidance didnt stop their it contuine throughout my adulthood. Not knowing at the time but I went on to marry the grandson of one of her closet friends/classmate from school( Ruby Jackson)Mrs. Earley would always wacth over you, give good advice, and never stop during service. One of the last things Mrs. Earley did for me was come to the visitation at the funreal home when my husband pass last year. Thank you for all your kindness. To the family you have my heartfelt sympathy. Know that Mrs. Earley’s work on earth did not go unnoticed and that she left an impact on many. I know that this is not easy but in the days ahead lean on the Lord for understanding.
Darryl and David, you are in my prayers. Growing up in St. Mark (Senate Street and Chestnut Street) under her guidance has left an impact on my life. I will miss her. Thank you for sharing your mother with us.
Your kind, caring, honest, encouraging, giving spirit are traits I inspire to emulate. You were simply more than a next door neighbor, you was family to our family. A sense of community that appears to have vanished. My love for you was immeasurable and developed me as a young lady. Your love of flowers, stylish hats, cooking and the welfare of others will be remembered. You meant so much to our entire Rose family. My sincere condolences to the Earley family and all those she touched along this journey.
Daryl and David, there is an empty seat in St. Mark Church. From Senate Street to Chestnut Street, there were certain people you knew you were going to see and followship with every Sunday. The passing of your mother has created a void. I will miss her, but I will never forget Mrs. Ruth Early.
We had the honor of meeting Ms Earley over 20+ plus years ago. And from the time we met we could see one of Gods angels right here on earth. She was very enthusiastic, loving, caring, nice and kind spirited each and every time we met. It was a pleasure to know her and she will be missed. R.I.P. Ms Ola Ruth Weeks Earley.
Darrell, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family.
I will always remember Aunt Ruth’s loving smiles and the conversations we had. She was a beautiful person.
My condolences to your family thank you for the friendship you shared with my aunt you were a very special person and you will be missed
Darrell , I will pray that God gives you and your family peace and understanding . Your mother was and will always be a beautiful and special woman in all our hearts (she’s with the Lord now, taking her rest).
I got the privilege to visit my aunt Ruth a year ago. I had not seen her in over 30 years and was so pleasantly surprised that she was strong and vibrant and full of wisdom which she was passing on to me. Prior to my visit we began speaking on the phone and building a relationship. One which I will cherish dearly. Aunt Ruth you will be missed and I am so happy that I got a chance to see you and spend time with you. I know the Lord has gained such a beautiful angel..
Thank you for being apart of my life.
Ola Ruth graced this earth with a voice and sweet power that touched the minds and hearts of generations. She was deliberate with her will and never held her radiant light back when the truth was most essential. She gave herself to the heart of the Lord and ensured that all those that met her felt the Lord’s divine presence. Ola Ruth personified love. She showed the world what it looked like to be honest, loving and full of power. She communicated these messages with such a warm grace that she was able to show us all what agape looks like on earth. The world is a better place because she was here. The world is a better place because she built a family from her beliefs. Ola Ruth left this humanly world a better place than she found it through her honest love and ways. We are all better for knowing her and the beautiful family she built. The Lord is happy to have her home and we are thankful she was gifted to us.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Earley family. I know Mrs. Ola Ruth will be missed by those that knew and loved her.
To the Earley Family: May God continue to bless and keep you, and give you the strength to face each day.
Your mother was our mother. She kept all us in line spiritually at Mark Baptist Church. Her wisdom will forever be with us.
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences.
May the memories carry you, help comfort you as well as the strength and love of GOD. For it is written that the Lord is close to the brokenhearted and heal those who are crushed in spirit. My condolences to the family.
To The Earley Family: We are so sorry for your loss. Sister Earley was a dedicated member of the United Order of Tents for many years, and still a faithful member during the pandemic. Please accept our condolences. We will keep you all in prayer during this difficult time. Leader Thelma Perkins & the Sisters of Minnie Logan Tent #207, United Order of Tents, Columbia District, Southern District No. 4
My deepest condolences to the Earley family. She was such a beautiful and kind woman. The family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family 🙏❤️
To Mrs. Early’s sons, Daryl & brother.,
On behalf of the Waverly community encompassing Bratton St. earlier & then Manning Ave.
where the family presently lives, I join others in extending pleasant memories of one who was engaged in school & communty affairs.
Mrs. Weeks- Early was an active member of Ward 9 -Get Out the Vote Initiative (GOTV) , and certainly helped to make a difference.
Also she was a member of the BTW class of 1946, who still has viable & active members.
Our community is better because of her active engagement & contributions.
Wishing pleasant & unforgettable memories for the family & the tender Hands of the God we serve to hold you as you go through this period of seperation from your loved one! – A caring neighbor & friend. MLK
Thank you for the friendship you shared with my aunt and the time we spent together. You made an impact on us all and will be forever in the hearts and minds at St. Mark on Chestnut St.
To the family, she gave inspiration and you live on her legacy.
My condolence to the family.
Our heart felt condolences are extended to the Earley family during this time of sorrow.
Heaerfelt condolences to the Early Family. God needed another Rose for his garden. Be Blessed thoughts and prayers are with you🙏🏾🙏🏾🌷🌷
To the Early family may God comfort you in this time of sorrow. Ms Ruth was a loving,kind precious lady. Ms Ruth is sitting at the hem of the Lord garment. RIP Ms Ruth Early
Our condolences to the Early family our prayers are with you.
you will be truly missed
Our condolences to the early family she will be truly missed our thoughts and prayers are with you
My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the Family and Dear Friends of this Very Sweet Lady whom I’ve meet and Whorship with at St.Mark Baptist Church as church Family for many years. RIP Ms.Early your be deeply missed by many🙏 ❤️ 🤗
My condolence to the family I’m going to really miss you my friend
You were an awesome teacher, Mrs. Early. From your former students at Elizabeth Heights High School of Great Falls, S.C……Rest in Heaven…
My prayers, and my sorrowful heart, goes out to the family of my dear friend, as well as my my Sister in Christ,” Mrs. Ola Ruth Early.” I am so very grateful to my friend for all the positive teachings that she deposit in my life, and I am so glad that I had the opportunity to thank her through the many conversation we shared before her departure. Family, I know that you will miss this “JEWEL of a Lady.”
My Condolence ToThe Family For Loss Of Such A Beautiful Lady May God Be With You In This Time Of Need May God Cover You