ᐅ North Carolina Death Notices 2009-2024
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▰ Edward Rutherford

Died September 08, … More Information
Edward Rutherford, age 72 of Morganton, North Carolina, passed from this life on September 8, 2000.
Obituary published: September 09, 2000 in "Hickory R"

▰ Edna Mae (Rutherford) Rutherford

Died July 11, … More Information
Edna Mae (Rutherford) Rutherford, age 74 of Morganton, North Carolina, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home July 11, 2002.
Obituary published: July 12, 2002 in "Hickory R"

▰ Edna Mae (Rutherford) Rutherford

Died July 12, … More Information
Edna Mae (Rutherford) Rutherford, age 74 of Morganton, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 12, 2002.
Obituary published: July 13, 2002 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Edna Mae Rutherford

Died July 11, … More Information
Edna Mae Rutherford, of Morganton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully July 11, 2002. Edna was 74.
Obituary published: July 12, 2002 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Earnest "Bub" Rutherford

Died January 05, … More Information
Earnest "Bub" Rutherford, of Morganton, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 5, 2001. Earnest was 94.
Obituary published: January 06, 2001 in "Hickory R"

▰ Earnest Rutherford

Died January 05, … More Information
Earnest Rutherford, age 94 of Morganton, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest January 5, 2001.
Obituary published: January 06, 2001 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Doris Ann "Dodie" (Daniel) Rutherford

Died October 04, … More Information
Doris Ann "Dodie" (Daniel) Rutherford, of North Carolina, born in Erwin, Tennessee, entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 4, 2004. Doris was 71.
Obituary published: October 05, 2004 in "Statesville L"

▰ Cleo (Green) Rutherford

Died December 09, … More Information
Cleo (Green) Rutherford, of Chadbourn, North Carolina, went into the presence of the Lord on December 9, 2001. Cleo was 75.
Obituary published: December 10, 2001 in "Fayetteville O"

▰ Claudette (Snelling) Rutherford

Died November 13, … More Information
Claudette (Snelling) Rutherford, 63, of Morganton, North Carolina, left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home November 13, 2011.
Obituary published: November 14, 2011 in "Morganton H"

▰ Clara Mae (Perkins) Rutherford

Died March 04, … More Information
Clara Mae (Perkins) Rutherford, of Lenoir, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 4, 2001. Clara was 75.
Obituary published: March 05, 2001 in "Hickory R"

▰ Clara Margaret Rutherford

Died August 13, … More Information
Clara Margaret Rutherford, born July 22, 1942 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 13, 2019 in Morganton, North Carolina. Clara was 77.

▰ Charles Mckinley Sr Rutherford

Died September 21, … More Information
Charles Mckinley Sr Rutherford, of Morganton, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 21, 2006. Charles was 71.
Obituary published: September 22, 2006 in "Columbus D (OH)"

▰ Charles Mckinley Sr Rutherford

Died September 19, … More Information
Charles Mckinley Sr Rutherford, age 71 of Morganton, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 19, 2006.
Obituary published: September 20, 2006 in "Morganton H"

▰ Catherine (Propst) Rutherford

Died February 07, … More Information
Catherine (Propst) Rutherford, of Valdese, North Carolina, gained her wings on February 7, 2013. Catherine was 82.
Obituary published: February 08, 2013 in "Morganton H"

▰ Carolyn Elizabeth (Forney) Rutherford

Died September 27, … More Information
Carolyn Elizabeth (Forney) Rutherford, age 88 of Marion, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next September 27, 2011.
Obituary published: September 28, 2011 in "Morganton H"

▰ Carolyn Elizabeth (Forney) Rutherford

Died September 27, … More Information
Carolyn Elizabeth (Forney) Rutherford, age 88 of Marion, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 27, 2011.
Obituary published: September 28, 2011 in "McDowell News"

▰ Caleb Dalton Rutherford

Died April 08, … More Information
Caleb Dalton Rutherford, of New Bern, North Carolina, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home April 8, 2009. Caleb was 0.
Obituary published: April 09, 2009 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Bringer Jr Rutherford

Died January 10, … More Information
Bringer Jr Rutherford, of Asheville, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 10, 2006. Bringer was 70.
Obituary published: January 11, 2006 in "McDowell News"

▰ Bringer Jr Rutherford

Died January 10, … More Information
Bringer Jr Rutherford, of Asheville, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on January 10, 2006. Bringer was 70.
Obituary published: January 11, 2006 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Billy Joe "Joe" Rutherford

Died September 12, … More Information
Billy Joe "Joe" Rutherford, of Hickory, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next September 12, 2002. Billy was 57.
Obituary published: September 13, 2002 in "Hickory R"

▰ Billy Joe Rutherford

Died September 10, … More Information
Billy Joe Rutherford, of Morganton, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on September 10, 2002. Billy was 57.
Obituary published: September 11, 2002 in "Morganton H"

▰ Billy Joe Rutherford

Died September 12, … More Information
Billy Joe Rutherford, of Morganton, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next September 12, 2002. Billy was 57.
Obituary published: September 13, 2002 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Billy Joe Rutherford

Died September 12, … More Information
Billy Joe Rutherford, age 57 of Hickory, North Carolina, passed from this life on September 12, 2002.
Obituary published: September 13, 2002 in "Morganton H"

▰ Billie Jo Rutherford

Died September 23, … More Information
Billie Jo Rutherford, born March 25, 1924 passed from this life on September 23, 2015 in Bristol, North Carolina. Billie was 91. Tags: #William
Obituary: Billie was born on 25, 1924 and passed away on , 23, 2015. Billie was a resident of Bristol, North Carolina at the time of passing. Billie was married to William.

▰ Bennie (Plemmons)[Moffitt] Rutherford

Died July 16, … More Information
Bennie (Plemmons)[Moffitt] Rutherford, a resident of Candler, North Carolina for decades, died July 16, 2005 in Candler, North Carolina at the age of 87.
Obituary published: July 17, 2005 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Benjamin Leroy Rutherford

Died July 27, … More Information
Benjamin Leroy Rutherford, age 83 of Morganton, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next July 27, 2009.
Obituary published: July 28, 2009 in "Morganton H"

▰ Benjamin Lee Rutherford

Died July 26, … More Information
Benjamin Lee Rutherford, of Morganton, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2009. Benjamin was 83.
Obituary published: July 27, 2009 in "Morganton H"

▰ Barbara (Buffington) Rutherford

Died October 07, … More Information
Barbara (Buffington) Rutherford passed away October 7, 2008 in Mooresville, North Carolina.
Obituary published: October 08, 2008 in "Baltimore Sun (MD)"

▰ Azalee Jane (Goodlett) Rutherford

Died July 23, … More Information
Azalee Jane (Goodlett) Rutherford, age 89 of North Carolina, born in Greenville, South Carolina, went to be with her Lord and Savior July 23, 2007.
Obituary published: July 24, 2007 in "Morganton H"

▰ Amelia (Corpening) Rutherford

Died May 29, … More Information
Amelia (Corpening) Rutherford, 104, of Morganton, North Carolina, left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 29, 2003.
Obituary published: May 30, 2003 in "Morganton H"

▰ Amelia (Corpening) Rutherford

Died May 30, … More Information
Amelia (Corpening) Rutherford, age 104 of Morganton, North Carolina, went to be with her Lord and Savior May 30, 2003.
Obituary published: May 31, 2003 in "Hickory R"

▰ Alice Faye Rev (Dula) Rutherford

Died May 05, … More Information
Alice Faye Rev (Dula) Rutherford, of Lenoir, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest May 5, 2001. Alice was 54.
Obituary published: May 06, 2001 in "Hickory R"

▰ Alice Faye Rev (Dula) Rutherford

Died May 05, … More Information
Alice Faye Rev (Dula) Rutherford, of Lenoir, North Carolina, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 5, 2001. Alice was 54.
Obituary published: May 06, 2001 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Alastair Rutherford

Died February 02, … More Information
Alastair Rutherford, born May 11, 1932 went into the presence of the Lord on February 2, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Alastair was 88.
Family members and close friends: , Francis Vanveen, Sal Artale, Karen Summers

▰ William James "Jake" Ruth

Died May 06, … More Information
William James "Jake" Ruth, of North Carolina, born in Newberry, South Carolina, died on May 6, 2000.
Obituary published: May 07, 2000 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ William Albert Rev Ruth

Died June 26, … More Information
William Albert Rev Ruth, age 60 of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next June 26, 1997.
Obituary published: June 27, 1997 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ Wesley H Ruth

Died May 23, … More Information
Wesley H Ruth, born November 6, 1913 entered eternal life May 23, 2015 in Matthews, North Carolina. Wesley was 101. Tags: #Navy #School #Aviator #Commanding #Department #Defense #Chemistry #Washington #States #London #Northwood #Middlesex #Royal #Force #Virginia #Lake #Jean #California #Patuxent #Naval #Station #Plantation #Ruth #Medal #Honor #Pearl #Squadron #Officer #Ford #Harbor #Japanese #Seamen #Springfield #Tube #Charlotte #Horner #Mildred #Rusin #Dixon #Arlington #Paul #Leola #Thomas #South #Arthur #Rita #Webb #Reston #Mary #John #Susan #Seques #Mimi #Tony #Caroline #Stafford #Marilyn #Bruce #Reno #Tucker #Capt #Katherine #Samuel #Wesley #Coronado #Eric #Camelia #Hana #Heather #Orlando #Zachary #Marie #Earle #Julie #Shane #Stephen #Daniel #Rusins #Gloucester #Cowells #Bayboro #Patricia #Morris #Marvin #Semora #Auditorium #Drive #Matthews #Bible #Jesus #Christian #Fund #Staff #Service #Sharon #Park #Effect #Next
Obituary: Wesley Hoyt Ruth, age 101, a decorated WWII Pearl Harbor hero passed away at Plantation Estates, Matthews, on May 23, 2015. He was born in DeSmet, South Dakota on 6, 1913 and graduated from South Dakota State in 1936 with a degree in Chemistry. screening for Navy Flight School, he entered the US Navy in 1939 and spent over 20 years as an Aviator and Commanding Officer, until his retirement in 1960. Subsequently, he worked for the Department of the Navy and Defense Contractors, finally concluding his working years as a Chemistry Instructor at a prestigious boys high school in Washington, DC. During his career, he served the Navy in many different US States, frequently moving his family every 6-12 months. In 1954-56, he and his family lived in London and Northwood, Middlesex, UK, while he was attached to NATO and the Royal Air Force. returning to Virginia in 1956, he resided in his home near Lake Barcroft, VA just outside of WDC, until the 1980’s when he and Jean moved to California, MD, near Patuxent River Naval Air Station for several years. In 1998 they resettled for the last time to Plantation where they resided and until her death in 2007 and his passing.

Commander Ruth was awarded the Navy Cross, the US Navy’s second highest award for bravery after the Medal of Honor, for his actions at Pearl Harbor on 7, 1941. He was a LTJG and Squadron Duty Officer on Ford Island at the time of the attack. He piloted the first unarmed plane, a JRS twin-engine amphibious aircraft, to take off from Ford Island/Pearl Harbor after the attack, under orders to conduct reconnaissance on the Japanese Fleet and attempt to determine whether there would be another Japanese attack. He, his copilot, radioman and three Seamen had only Springfield rifles in the cabin for use in defending themselves in case of an attack by Japanese fighter aircraft during their 250 mile NW sortie. returned safely without sighting the Japanese fleet and managing to evade a Japanese fighter by using cloud cover. He retired from the Navy in 1960 having accumulated over 5,500 flight hours in 23 different single engine, multi-engine, fixed wing aircraft, both land based and amphibious. He was an expert on military, political and related aspects of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Over the last 15 years he gave several presentations about it to community groups, schools, churches and news organizations. Two such addresses are on You Tube; on 7, 2013, the Charlotte Observer carried his interview on its front page.

Wes, as he preferred to be called, was the eldest son of his parents, Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Horner Ruth, who are deceased. His first wife, Mildred Eloise Rusin Ruth, died in 1974, and his second wife, Jean McCotter Dixon Ruth died in 2007. Wes was married to each of his wives for more than 30 years and they are interred in his Arlington National grave site. His younger brother Paul Thomas Ruth died in 1992 and Paul’s wife Leola died in 2014, leaving six children and numerous grandchildren. Wes’ youngest brother, LTJG Thomas Arthur Ruth, who was unmarried, was also a Naval Aviator who was shot down in the South Pacific in 1943 by Japanese fighters.

Wes is survived by his son Thomas (Tucker) Arthur Ruth II and daughter-in-law Rita Carole Webb Ruth of Reston, VA, and a daughter Mary Ann (Mimi) Ruth of Charlotte, NC. His younger son, John Anthony (Tony) Ruth died in 2008, leaving a surviving daughter-in-law Susan M. Cole Seques Ruth of Springfield, VA. Tucker, Mimi and Tony are children from his first wife, Mildred. Wes is also survived by two step-daughters from his marriage to Jean, Caroline Clubb, wife of John Clubb, of Stafford, VA, and Marilyn Demarest wife of Bruce Demarest, of Reno, NV. Wes is also survived by Tucker and Rita’s two sons: Capt. Michael S. Ruth, USN, his wife, Katherine Rose Ruth, and their sons Samuel Alan and Wes’ namesake Wesley Hugh. of Coronado, CA; and Eric Anthony Ruth and his wife Camelia Z. Ruth, and her daughters, Hana and Heather Herndon, all of Orlando, FL; their third and youngest son, Zachary Matthew Ruth, died in 2013. Wes is also survived by the children of John and Caroline Clubb: John, Marie, Sam, Earle, and Julie, all of whom have children; and there are also nineteen grandchildren and one great grandchild. Marilyn has a son, Shane, and one grandchild. Susan Ruth has two sons, Stephen and Daniel Seques, and two grandchildren. Wes also has several surviving relatives from his wives’ families, the Rusins of Gloucester City, NJ, and the McCotters and Cowells of Bayboro, NC, especially his niece Patricia Cowell Morris and her husband Marvin Morris of Semora, NC and their children and grandchildren, and her siblings throughout NC.

Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service at the Plantation Estates Auditorium (701 Plantation Estates Drive, Matthews, NC 28105 at 1:00 PM on , May 27, and a reception with light refreshments in the atrium lobby next to the auditorium. There will be a burial with full military honors during the summer for the interment of Wes Ruth’s ashes at his Arlington National grave site, after ANC provides the date.

Wes was a profound believer in the Bible and teachings of Jesus Christ and actively supported many Christian organizations throughout his life, especially those devoted to spreading the “good news” of the Bible. His family fondly remembers his spiritual encouragement, love of big band music and classic movies, and many hobbies, including drumming, dancing, golfing, fishing, painting, and playing the piano. He was a man for all seasons, who lived his life humbly, honorably and with high integrity.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the US Navy Memorial Fund in Washington, DC by going to http://shipsstore.navymemorial.org/donate/donation on your computer.

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▰ Wayne Alexander Ruth

Died December 03, … More Information
Wayne Alexander Ruth, born August 31, 1932 entered into eternal rest December 3, 2010 in North Carolina. Wayne was 78. Tags: #Bertrand #Jennie #Ruth #Korean #Navy #Electronic #Card #Hafele #America #Baptist #Lord #Caton #James #Francis #Hannah #Billie #Goodwin #Also #Karla #Ruth- #Greg #Lewisville #Julia #Eric #Trinity #Rebecca #Brock #Sims #Evelyn #Greensboro #Langley #Denise #Nathanael #Emily #Jesse #Marcus #Alexander #Marie #Greenville #Memorial #Jamestown #Methodist #Reverend #Watford #Mosteller #Sechrest #Service #Avenue #High #Please
Obituary: Wayne Alexander Ruth, age 78, died 3, 2010 in High Point Regional Hospital.
Mr. Ruth was born 31, 1932 in McDowell to Bertrand Forrester and Jennie Young Ruth. He served his country during the Korean Conflict in the US Navy. Mr. Ruth retired in 1985 from the Electronic Accounting Card and in 1997 he retired from Hafele of America. Mr. Ruth was of the Baptist faith and was a faithful servant of the Lord. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mrs. Jean Caton, his brothers, James A. and Francis J. Ruth , and his granddaughter Hannah E. Shelton. On May 29, 1955 he married the former Billie Ann Goodwin, who survives of the home.
Also surviving are his daughters: Karla Ann Ruth-Spencer and husband Greg of Lewisville, Julia Smith and husband Eric of Trinity, Rebecca Ruth Brock of Sims, NC, and Evelyn Marie Ruth of Greensboro, and his son, Langley Ruth and wife Denise of Trinity. Mr. Ruth has four grandsons: Nathanael V. Shelton and wife Emily, Jesse M. Shelton, Marcus L. Smith, and Alexander W. Ruth. Also surviving is Mr. Ruths sister, Marie McDade of Greenville, SC
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. in Jamestown United Methodist Church with the Reverend Jim Watford and Reverend Wes Mosteller officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 pm at Sechrest Service on E. Lexington Avenue in High Point.
Please share your condolences with the family at www.sechrestfunerals.com.

▰ W V Ruth

Died July 16, … More Information
W V Ruth, born November 28, 1927 entered into eternal rest July 16, 2010 in North Carolina. Ruth was 82. Tags: #High #Pennybyrn #Maryfield #Late #Mary #Ruth #Alamance #Alzheimers #Parkinson #Flowers #Frances #Rosemary #Roger #Joyce #Douglas #Summerfield #Helen #James #Deep #Baptist #Oakwood #Park #Addition #Reverend #Scott #Sechrest #Avenue #Thank #House #Memorials #Greensboro #Please
Obituary: Mr. William V. W.V. Ruth of High Point died at Pennybyrn at Maryfield on 16, 2010.
He was the son of the Late W. V. and Mary Richardson Ruth of Alamance . He had been suffering from Alzheimers and Parkinson Disease for the past number of years. For 43 years, he was employed at Flowers Bakery, retiring as garage foreman.
On 1, 1944 he married Frances Wyre Ruth who survives of the home. Also surviving is one daughter, Rosemary Payne and husband Roger, two nieces, Joyce Phillips and husband Douglas of Summerfield and Helen McCray and husband James of Ft. Bragg.
He loved gardening and took much pride in tending his beautiful yard and flowers. He also was a fan of antique cars. Mr. Ruth attended Deep River Baptist Church faithfully until his health failed. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. in Oakwood Memorial Park , New Addition by the Reverend Lamont Scott.
The family will receive friends at Sechrest on E. Lexington Avenue from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. on and at other times at the residence. The family would like to thank their friends and neighbors for the love, support and prayers during his illness. A special Thank You to the nurses and staff at McEwen House at Pennybyrn for the loving care they gave W. V. for the past eight months that he was in their care.
Memorials may be directed to Pennybyrn at Maryfield, 1315 Greensboro Road, High Point, NC 27260
Please share your condolences with the family at www.sechrestfunerals.com.

▰ Virginia (Vickrey) Ruth

Died December 27, … More Information
Virginia (Vickrey) Ruth, age 100 of Asheboro, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord December 27, 2000.
Obituary published: December 28, 2000 in "Courier-T"

▰ Valentine Haney Ruth

Died August 24, … More Information
Valentine Haney Ruth, born July 22, 1926 passed away peacefully August 24, 2015 in Madison, North Carolina. Valentine was 89. Tags: #Artis
Obituary: Valentine was born on 22, 1926 and passed away on , 24, 2015. Valentine was a resident of Madison, North Carolina at the time of passing. Valentine was married to Artis.

▰ Samuel E Ruth

Died August 31, … More Information
Samuel E Ruth, age 93 of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully August 31, 2000.
Obituary published: September 01, 2000 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Richard Theodore "Pappy" Ruth

Died May 28, … More Information
Richard Theodore "Pappy" Ruth, of North Carolina, born in New York, entered Heaven's gates on May 28, 2001. Richard was 68.
Obituary published: May 29, 2001 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Richard S Ruth

Died May 24, … More Information
Richard S Ruth, born October 8, 1924 entered Heaven's gates on May 24, 2014 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Richard was 89.

▰ Richard S Ruth

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Richard S Ruth

Died January 01, … More Information

Family members and close friends: , Nola Sayne, June And Tommy Smith, Linda Hefner, Danny Medley

▰ Richard Stephen Ruth

Died January 01, … More Information

Family members and close friends: , Nola Sayne, June And Tommy Smith, Linda Hefner, Danny Medley

▰ Polston Ruth

Died June 03, … More Information
Polston Ruth, born March 17, 1939 passed from this world into the next June 3, 2014 in Shallotte, North Carolina. Polston was 75.

▰ Phyllis (Goodnough) Ruth

Died June 26, … More Information
Phyllis (Goodnough) Ruth, age 64 of Cary, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest June 26, 1999.
Obituary published: June 27, 1999 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ Mary Ruth Ruth

Died July 07, … More Information
Mary Ruth Ruth, born May 30, 1927 departed this life Sunday July 7, 2017 in North Carolina. Mary was 90.
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