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Ruth Reid Obituary
SALISBURY - Ruth E. Smith Reid, of 8975 U.S. Hwy 601, Salisbury, passed away Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010, at Rowan Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. Reid was born in Lexington; she was the daughter of the late Clinton Lee Smith and the late Elizabeth Legion Smith.
She was a graduate of Dunbar High School and retired from Carter Chair Co. in Salisbury.
She was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church where she served in the following capacities, Sr. Usher, The Mazie Holt Organization and Presbyterian Women.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Roscoe Smith, Z.W. Smith and Ben L. Smith; and sisters, Margaret Rhinehart, Juanita Walker and Elois Oglesby.
She is survived by her daughter, Lera Darlene Irving of Salisbury; sisters, Dorothy (Al) Thomas of Warner Robbins, Ga. and Bonnie (Gary) Allen of Salisbury; brother, Benny Lee Smith of Salisbury; grandchildren, Ciera A. Irving and Christopher F. Irving, II; two very very special nieces, Kelly Smoot and Summer Lanear; another special niece, Edith LeGrande; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.
Visitation: 12 Noon Tuesday at Trinity Presbyterian Church.
The family will be at the home of her daughter, at 505 Mirror Lake Rd. the remainder of the time.
Service and Burial: 1 p.m. Tuesday, at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Rev. Olen Bruner, officiating and Rev. Timothy Bates, Eulogist. Burial to follow at City Memorial Park, Salisbury.
Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home, Inc. will be serving the Reid Family. Online condolences may be made at www.nobleandkelsey.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Reid
Paul & Cathy Tinsley
August 27, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Vicki Gray & Family
August 26, 2010
To Darlene & Family:
She’s not gone, but she’s asleep,
Looking down on you.
I know you miss her with all your heart,
But her time was due.
God saw fit to bring her home
To her resting place
But all you have to do is pray
And He will give you grace.
Crystal Bailey
August 26, 2010
To Darlene and family; please accept my most heartfelt condolences; we all will miss Ms. Ruth so very much. Sending much love to you all from me, Bre and Carrington.
August 25, 2010
To Bonnie, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Ruth was a good person. We used to have some good times at Carter. She will be missed by all Reba
August 25, 2010
To Bonnie,and family, Sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. Ruth was a fun and loving person. I had so much fun with her when we work together at Alco mfg. I know she will be missed! I will keep you in my prayers. Teresa Ramseur.
Cynthia D. Stoner
August 24, 2010
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eva Weeks
August 24, 2010
To Darlene, and Bonnie, I am very sorry for your lost i will miss her,to, just remember God has another angelthat has left , but the memories will last forever and always in our hearts.With lots of love, Eva Weeks and Family
August 24, 2010
I can't begin to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Ruth was a person who came into my life with such a real feeling for life. I only got to know her for a short time, but it seems like forever. May good bless and keep you all. Sheila Rollings (Salisbury)
Azalee Stockton
August 24, 2010
To the Family:
I know it is no small thing to loose a love one. May happy memories of her bring you comfort. You are in my thought and prayers.
Mary Steelman
August 24, 2010
To the Family:
My prayers are with you durning this time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Brenda Cowan
August 24, 2010
My deepest sympathy is extended to you at this most difficult time. Ruth was a fine person who will be missed. Trust in the Lord and He will see you through.
Love,
Pamela Holman Boston
August 23, 2010
Darlene, God is your Creator and Maker, Lord and Master, Redeemer, Father, Savior, and much more, All he is He is for YOU! God will see you threw!
Peace and Blessings
Melissa Truesdale
August 23, 2010
Dear Bonnie and family,
I am sorry for your lose. Ruth was a very special person to my family and will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you all.
Dr. Carol Meeks
August 23, 2010
Dear Lera,
You know the Lord is with you because He always knows what you need. Lean on Him. I have been praying for you and your family since I got the news, and I will continue to do so.
I will miss my buddy.
Call me anytime 636-5095. Let me know what I can do to help.
Larry Jones
August 23, 2010
To Dorothy, Bonnie, Benny & All the Smith Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Ruth's passing she was a dear friend and also like a big sister to me. May the peace and comfort of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be with you all during this time of sorrow, She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
With Love,
Mr & Mrs Larry Jones & Family
August 23, 2010
To Bonnie, Darlene and Family, this message was shared with me, today I share with you.
What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. When I think of Ruth, I can only smile. God bless you all.
The Chunn's
Herbert,Brenda,Dennis,Kim,Jasmin,and Kevin
evonne johnson
August 23, 2010
Lera may God comfort and keep you during this time i love you my prayers are with you and your entire family
kelly smoot
August 23, 2010
To my mother, sister, my other mother(Lera)and her loving grandkids. We will get through this, I truly and deeply love you guys. God! is with us everyday and forever!! A family that prays together, stays together. Love Mrs. Smoot
pat hill & sons
August 23, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Peggy Pegram
August 23, 2010
Lera, I am so sorry for your loss. God will help you in the days ahead. You and your family are in my prayers.
Tonette Dixon Mack
August 22, 2010
Darlene and Family,
We are praying for you as you weather this storm. Please know that you are not alone. God is with you, and he has surrounded you with friends and family who care. We will continue to petition prayers on your behalf.
Love,
Tonette and Family
Michelle Reid
August 22, 2010
Dear Darlene: I pray that you continue to seek the Lord in this difficult time.
He is the only one who can give you comfort and bear all your pain. cast your cares on Him because He cares for you. God Bless You and Keep you,\.
Love: Michelle Reid and family
Paulette Sifford
August 22, 2010
To my girl darlene, I know what you are going thru, you know i just went thru this myself. Just know i love you and the family. If you need me i'm not to far away. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time and sorrow. Contact me.
August 22, 2010
"Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow."
-Tammy Johnson Mohamed
Wood Family
August 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
brenda bethea
August 22, 2010
to the family,
you are in my thoughts and prayers. may GOD comfort you in your time of sorrow.
yours in christ,brenda brown bethea
Tangy H. Roseborough
August 22, 2010
Darlene,
As you face the difficult days ahead know that your memories will bring you smiles and comfort. Ruth was an amazaing person with a beautiful smile and a helping hand. Keep the faith!
Yours in HIS service,
Michael and Tangy H. Roseborough
Ashley Hoffner
August 22, 2010
Lera, I am sorry for your loss. I will continue to pray for you and your family.You know where I am if you need anything.
Ashley Hoffner
Eugene Nunn
August 22, 2010
I am saddened to hear od Ruth's passing. My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Rosa Sifford-Chalk
August 22, 2010
Darlene,we are so sorry for your lost.May God keep you and hold you tight in this time of sorrow.We love you and if you need anything let us know.
Thinking of you!!!
The Sifford Family.
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