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John Withers Obituary
He was the husband of the late Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ruffin Withers and son of Mr. James and Mrs. Hattie Ritter Withers, both deceased.
Survivors include four sons, Douglas Ruffin of Greensboro, John Withers and James Withers, both of Burlington and Gary McAdoo of Efland; six daughters, Francine Ratliff (Johnson) of Burlington, Rose Hester, Ann Withers, Kay Withers, Hattie Withers and Kimberly Withers, all of Mebane; a sister, Rose Holland of New York; 19 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Withers was preceded in death by two sons, Anthony Ruffin and Robert Withers; and five brothers and two sisters.
Public viewing will be Tuesday from 1 to 9 p.m. at Sharpe Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 7 to 8, and at other times at the home.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. April 3, at Mebane First Baptist Church. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.
Email condolences may be sent to sharpefuneralhome.com
Support and services are provided by Sharpe Funeral Home Inc.
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Pinki
April 3, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Linda Holman
April 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of need. May God bless your family.
GAIL COUSIN
April 2, 2013
MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW, I KNOW THIS IS A SAD TIME BUT A JOYFUL TIME IN KNOWING THAT HE DON'T HAVE TO SUFFER ANY MORE. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL, I LOVE YOU ALL AND IF YOU NEED ME FOR ANYTHING PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
Gail Cousin
April 2, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Michelle (Richmond) Cheek
April 2, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Mr. Fred was a great man to know and he will be missed dearly.
Peggy Evans
April 2, 2013
My prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time of need. May continue to wrap His loving arms around you all
Jeffrey Stevens
April 2, 2013
May God Continue to Bless your familiy
April 2, 2013
Hattie and Withers family: So very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I pray GOD's strength, comfort and peace be with you all. With Our Love And Deepest Sympathy
Lynwood & Delorse Martin
Evelyn C. Niles
April 2, 2013
Sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Evelyn Christene King
Libby Stevens
April 2, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.
DeRon Jones
April 2, 2013
Mr.Fred was a great man and will be missed! Sending my condolene to the "whole Gang" DeRon
Andre & Mikki Atwater
April 1, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tammy
April 1, 2013
Lump, so very sorry for your families loss. May God comfort you all during this difficult time.
April 1, 2013
PAPA DUCK'WE ALL AT MEBANE FIRST BAPTIST LOVE' AND WE WILL MISS YOU DEARLY R.I.P. HAYWOOD HESS
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