Martha (McElmurray) Rucker, 70, passed away at her residence in Beckley, West Virginia on Friday, March 25, 2022.
She was born to the late Floyd and Effie McElmurray in Fitzgerald, Georgia on October 17, 1951.
A 1969 graduate of Fitzgerald High School, she went on to attend Georgia Southern, UGA and graduated from Mercer University College of Pharmacy. Not only did she work as a pharmacist for over 30 years, she was also a Delta Airlines flight attendant during that time as well. She had a love for leisurely travel while also enjoying countless trips to Europe due to work. When not working, she enjoyed participating as a member of the Briarcliff Garden Club and her Beckley Book Club. She was also an active member of Beckley Presbyterian Church.
Martha is survived by her husband, Bill Rucker; two sons, BJ Rucker (fiancé Skylar Radford), Brian Rucker (Emma) and new grandson, Canaan. Siblings include Leroy McElmurray of Rochelle, GA, Virginia Watson and Ike McElmurray, both of Fitzgerald, GA, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service for family and friends will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Rebecca, GA, on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 2:00PM.