Ella Reedy Obituary

Ella Mae Booth Reedy, age 76 of Troutdale, VA, passed away on October 4, 2023, at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abington, VA. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Ella Mae was born on October 6, 1946, in Saltville, VA, to the late Frazer and Ruby Mae Osborne Booth. She was a cherished wife to her husband, Elmer Mack Reedy. Together, they shared a lifetime of love and companionship. Ella Mae was also a devoted mother to her daughter, Michelle Mathias. Her granddaughters, Jaime and Matt Addington of Waynesboro, VA, and Jessie Mathias and Andrew Dickerson, also of Waynesboro, VA, brought immense joy into Ella Mae's life. She adored her great-grandchildren, Maylee, Jordan, and Malina Addington, cherishing every precious moment spent with them. Ella Mae's sister, Mary Ann Carter of Bluff City, TN, and sister-in-law, Mary Reedy of Chilhowie, VA, were sources of unwavering support through thick and thin. She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, who will forever carry her memory in their hearts. Among her many blessings, Ella Mae had the privilege of cultivating special friendships with Rita and Jim Cunningham of Arlington, VA, and Joan and Eddie Bowers of Colorado. These cherished friends added warmth and joy to her life. After retiring from a long and fulfilling career in federal government secretarial work, Ella Mae found solace in simple joys and hobbies. She loved challenging her mind with crossword puzzles, diving into captivating books, and completing Sudoku games. Her beloved canine companion, Mello, and her cherished feline friend, Mixie, were always by her side, providing companionship and unconditional love. A funeral service in honor of Ella Mae's life will be held on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at 3:00 PM at Reins~Sturdivant Funeral Home in Independence, VA, with Rev. Ken Riggins and Bro. Charles Perkins officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. Ella Mae's final resting place will be the Corinth Cemetery in Rugby, VA. While flowers are appreciated, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a cause close to Ella Mae's heart. Contributions can be sent to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. The Reins~Sturdivant Funeral Home in Independence, VA is serving the Reedy family. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of , please .