Ruthann Thomas was born in Wilmington, Delaware on April 1, 1938 to the late Edward and Frances Mason. She transitioned this life at the Wilmington Hospital in Hospice Care on Wednesday April 7, 2021.
She was a hard worker at St. Paul UAME Church. She served on the Trustee Board, worked in the dining room, and she worked with Rev. Bessie Jones in the kitchen. Ruthann was a past Busy Bee's and Pastor Aide's member. She loved her church and was always ready to go when Pastor went out to preach.
Ruthann was preceded in death by her two sons; Carl Mason and Norris Nixon, brothers; Fred Mason, Stanford and Nelson Williams, and sister, Alice White.
She leaves to cherish her memory a son Michael Nixon(Lois Spicer) , Sister Ann Stephens, sister-in-law, Doris Mason, 20 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, a very special friend and road partner, Shirley Oakley and other friends.
Celebration of life will be held at St. Paul U.A.M.E. Church, 3114 N. Market Street Wilmington, DE 19802 on Monday April 26, 2021. Viewing, 9-10:45 am. Service , 11 am. All attendees must wear masks per State mandate.