Ruth Clara Housman age 88 of Boones Mill passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 20, 1936 a daughter of the late Samuel and Josie Bowyer White. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Buford A. White; son-in-law, Douglas Finnigan; and brothers-in-law, Wayne Wright and Jim Slusher.

She is survived by her husband, Roy Housman; children, Roy Housman, Jr., Sarah Finnigan and Danny Housman (Donna); six grandchildren; her sisters, Margie Wright, Lavonia Moles (George), Barbara Slusher and Phyllis Carroll. She is also survived her sister-in-law, Louise White and other family, friends and neighbors.

Graveside services will be conducted 2 PM Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Franklin Memorial Park with Pastor Bud Nichols officiating. There will not be a visitation.

Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.