Who is Ruthanne

Ruthanne is the African American housekeeper who works for Grampa after his stroke. She is a cousin of Emmett Till's. Ruthanne first meets Hiram when she picks him up at the train station upon his return to Greenwood. She often chides Emmett, who she calls "Bobo", for his arrogant mannerisms. Ruthanne is articulate and an impeccable housekeeper. When Hiram and R.C go fishing, she packs a lunch for them, but R.C. initially says he will not eat it because it has been prepared by an African American. After the disappearance of Emmett, Ruthanne takes an evening off to help with the search, but other than that, she does not display much emotion or connection to her family.