Ruth Mae (Hampton) Cooley Lindley

Ruth Mae (Hampton) Cooley Lindley, born on January 23, 1939, in New Albany, Indiana, departed this life on December 22, 2024. Ruth was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother.

Ruth really enjoyed making trips to the casino and loved spending time with her family.

She is survived by her beloved children: Debbie (Ben) Marrs, Walter (Tamara) Cooley, Gene (Vera) Cooley, and Melvin (Shamarey) Cooley. She took great pride in her family, leaving behind a legacy that includes 13 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great-grandchildren. Each generation carries forward the values and love that Ruth instilled in them, ensuring that her spirit will live on through their lives. She is also survived by her brother, Butch Hampton.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, William Hampton and Leola Smith Hampton; her 1st husband, George Cooley; her 2nd husband, Charles Gene Lindley; and her sons, Frank Cooley and Joseph Cooley. 

Cremation was chosen following Ruth's wishes and no services will be held at this time. 

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