Ruby Burress Saunders
June 11, 1911 ~ May 6, 2001
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Ruby Burress Saunders, 89, of Candler, the beloved mother of Patricia Crook and Marcia Howell went to be with the Lord on May 6, 2001.
A native of Haywood County she spent most of her life in Buncombe County and was a daughter of the late Boyce B. and Mary Etta Mann Burress. She was also preceded in death by the father of her children, Vincent M. Crook who died in 1965, grandson, Joey Warren, three brothers, Louie, J.T., and Lewis Burress and two sisters, Josephine
Evans and Ruth Smith. She was a retired employee of American Enka Corp. with 44 years of service and was a member of Pole Creek Baptist Church.
In addition to her daughters she is survived by her husband, Webb B. Saunders; step-children, Sandra Sider, William Saunders and John Saunders; six grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday in Green Hills Cemetery. Revs. Dennis Thurman and
Charlie Sams will officiate.
Her family will receive friends following the service at the cemetery.
Groce Funeral Home, Patton Avenue is in charge of arrangements.
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Hey Clipper, I was saddened to hear of your Mother’s passing, but you know she is with Jesus now and has no more pain or worries. You are in my thoughts and prayers, may God be very close to you during your time of sorrow. You know that she is happy and one day you’ll see her again. God bless you . Love, Breezy
Patty, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking about you and your family.
PATTY AND MARCIA WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU. WE CAN ALL REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES GROWING UP IN ENKA VILLAGE
Mr. Saunders, My sympathy and prayers are with you.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We were privileged to have known Mrs. Saunders and able to minister to her through Pole Creek.
Marcia, I am so sorry to hear about the death of your Mother. I will be praying for you. I know the pain is hard to bear losing your mother. I have not forgotten you. Call me sometimes. She was a beautiful lady and I know you will miss her. Love, Mary Wynes
My thoughts and prayers are with you dear Patty and with
your family. I had forgotten how much you look like your mother. Fondly, Jency
Uncle Webb, Patty, & Marcia,
What a blessing it was for me to know, love, and be loved by Ruby. I will always treasure what a dear friend she was to my mother. I know they are together and laughing today. Much love, Denise
Marcia My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Just know that I am thinking of you and praying for you. Love , Viki
Long time friend and neighbor of Ruby Crook and her family in the Enka Village. Graduated with daughter Patty from Enka High School.
My sincere sympathy to all of the family.
Ruby Lee (Allen) Rockett
We are church family with Marcia at Starnes Cove Baptist Church and we love her. Ruby was a wonderful lady and beloved mother. Our love and deepest sympathy to all.
Dear Marcia, Your mom was such a sweet person. I had the honor of working for her at Enka and she really was a pleasure to work for. She made it easy to come to work. I will be thinking of you all and will have you in my prayers. Love, Helen
Marcia
We have been through and shared so much since our very special friendship began living in ‘the village’. Ruby was always so much a part of it all. I will always remember her smile and her special sense of humor. She will be missed by so many. My love, prayers and sympathy go out to you and those close to you.
As always,
Dyrenda
Marcia, It was time for your Mother to go home, I’m so glad you got the additional time before she had to go. You are every parents dream child. We love you. Don & Joanie
May you find comfort in knowing your friends are remembering you in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Robert & Katherine King Allison
Patty and Marsha, so sorry to learn of your mother’s death. I’ll be thinking of you and remember you in my prayers. Love to you and the rest of your family. TATA
Dear Marcia and family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. Our prayers go out to you. Ruby was a sweet and dear Lady. May God grant you peace and grace as you go forward.
Dear Patty,
You have my deepest sympathy.
I hope the pain and sorrow will soon go away. You look like your mom.
Always a friend, Jerry Ensley