Joan Butler Ruggles, age 98, of Wedowee passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Traylor’s Nursing Center in Roanoke, AL.

Survivors include: two daughters, Madelyn Candler of Wedowee and Allison Gore of Montgomery; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

A Florida native, Mrs. Ruggles was born on August 4, 1926, the daughter of Robert Kimble and Madelyn R. Roggy Butler.  She was Presbyterian by faith and worked as a social worker for the State of Florida before her retirement. Mrs. Ruggles was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Glenn R. Ruggles; and two sisters.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.benefieldfhwedowee.com.