Ruth Elizabeth Oatis Weir was the third child of Carlia and Carrie Bell Ford Oatis born on September 22, 1927 in Jackson, Mississippi.

She departed this life early on February 6, 2021. Ruth graduated from Moore’s Beauty School in Jackson, and Lydia’s Beauty School of Cosmetology in Chicago, Illinois; and was owner and operator of Oatis Beauty Shop for over 45 years. As an entrepreneur, she opened Ruth’s Place in the early 1960’s and also was a property investor. She was a faithful employee for the City of Jackson as Director of Smith Robertson Multi- Purpose Senior Center until retirement in 2012. During her 26 years of service, she brought numerous programs of interest including health fairs, Black History Celebrations, computer classes, and much more. Ruth received many awards and recognition from various state and local organizations. Ruth continued participation in various organizations including the recognition of her family's contributions in the early-on services for mid-wives now known as the Scott-Ford Foundation, Inc. Ruth leaves to cherish her memories: three sons, Willie L. Silas, Jr., George E. Oatis, and Wilbert D. Oatis; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousin and friends. Arrangements and services entrusted by Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home. Public viewing Friday, February 12, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and at the church Saturday, February 13, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Family Funeral services will be Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., College Hill M.B. Church, 1600 Florence Avenue, Jackson, MS 39204 with burial in Garden Memorial Park, 8001 Highway 49, Jackson, MS 39209.