Ruth Mae Bohannon

Ruth Mae Bohannon, 85, of Fredericksburg, VA (formerly of Chantilly, VA), passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Mary Washington Hospital. She was born June 13, 1940, to the late Howard and Mabel A. Morgan of Camden, NJ. Ruth was known for her warm heart, her love of baking; especially her famous apple cakes and specialty pound cakes, and the joy she found in caring for her family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, she cherished time spent with her grandchildren and created lasting memories with her unforgettable breakfasts during family camping trips. She worked in retail sales for 35 years, where she was known for her dedication, kindness, and the genuine connections she made with those around her. In her leisure time, Ruth left no stone unturned to find the best yard-sale bargains. Her legacy lives on in the delicious recipes she passed down, the stories told around the kitchen table, and the love she gave so freely to all who knew her. Ruth is survived by her children, Robert J. Bohannon, Jr., Debbie Phillips and her husband, Christopher; grandchildren, Christina Morgan (James), Robert J. (B.J.) Bohannon, III, William Dakota (Cody) Phillips (Brittany), Sabrina Danielle Phillips (Jeremy), Anthony Richard Phillips (Alexis), and Michael Austin Phillips (Kayla); great-grandchildren, Evan Bohannon, Tristan Bohannon, Hailey Bohannon, and Raegan Bohannon and a host of additional family and friends. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Bohannon, Sr.; her daughter, Donna Marie Bohannon; sister, Mary Emma Jones; and brothers, Harry Leslie Morgan, Howard Morgan, and William Harrison Morgan. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Ruth’s memory to the charity of your choice. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www.foundandsons.com Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is serving the family.

Ruth Mae Bohannon

June 13, 1940 - October 15, 2025