Ruth Garren
October 22, 1933 ~ January 25, 2010
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Ruth T. Garren, 76, of 14 G.T. Drive, Candler, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2010, with her family and friends at her bedside.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Lacy Taylor; and by her sister, Ethel Taylor.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Benny F. Garren; two sons, Wayne Garren, and Charles Garren and fiancée Felicia; daughter, Teresa G. Fitch and husband Jerry; seven grandchildren, David and wife Christy, Misti, Stephanie Lefebvré and husband Nate, Stacy Ogle and husband Michael, Samantha, Candace, and Stephen; and six great-grandchildren. She is also survived by brothers, Marvin and wife Becky, Lee, and Roy and wife Helen; sisters, Rosie, and Barbara and husband Neil; sister-in-law, Margaret G. Penland; and several aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday at Brown's View United Methodist Church with the Revs. George Davis, Ed Worley, and Greg Metcalf officiating. Her body will lie in state from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. at the church. Interment will follow in the church's cemetery.
Her family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave.
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Benny and family, so sorry to hear of your loss, remember all the good and happy times you had with Ruth and they will bring a smile to each of you when you reflect on times past. May God bless each of you and give you comfort, our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Lillian Taylor Massie, Joyce Farmer,
David Massie, Peggy and Jr. Parris and Patsy Lance
Charlie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. Heaven has gained an angel.
Love,
Brandy, Shane, Cody and Carson Creasman
All my thoughts and prayers are with your entire family,
Bennie,Charles,Wayne,and Teresa,
I’m sorry to here about Sis.She was a good one.I remember most when we were little how she would take the broom to me when I would walk through her trash.Her and Burnette Stanley would use me as a Doll when they would Play House.We would have a ball. I will miss her but I know that I will See her again.May God Bless you all and Keep you in his arms.I love you all..
Bennie,Charles,Wayne,and Teresa,
I’m sorry to here about Sis.She was a good one.I remember most when we were little how she would take the broom to me when I would walk through her trash.Her and Burnette Stanley would use me as a Doll when they would Play House.We would have a ball. I will miss her but I know that I will See her again.May God Bless you all and Keep you in his arms.I love you all..
,Teresa,Charles and Wayne,
Sorry to here about Ruth.She will be greatly missed.Just keep the good memories about your mother they will get you through the tuff times.May God Bless you all.
Bennie,
I’m sorry to here about Ruth You were always there to take care of her.through good times or Bad.You stood by her side.May God Bless you and keep you safe.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ruth you went to be with the Lord,I will miss you My prays are with your Family.
Earnest F Miskolczi
Teresa, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We know you will miss her dearly!
Ben,Teresa,Wayne, and Charles. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We loved Ruth dearly. I know that she will be missed so very much but just remember the good and happy times that you all had through all the years together. Thes memories will help you as you deal with the loss.
May God bless you all and look to him for strength and help during this time.
Ruth and I enjoyed life growing up together whether we went to town or stayed around home. She was my best buddy….I will surely miss her. My memories are all happy ones. Love you all…Burnette Stanley
Ruth and I enjoyed life growing up together whether we went to town or stayed around home. She was my best buddy….I will surely miss her. My memories are all happy ones. Love you all…Burnette Stanley
Teresa, Jerry and family,
You are in our prayers during this very difficult time for you. May God bring you peace and comfort during this time. God bless you all. Love in Christ.
Ron and Teresa Walker
Buffalo Baptist, Shelby
Remember to be thankful for Ruth, the time you had with her and what she meant to you. I know I was when Dad passed. You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Love you.
Dearest Teresa, Jerry and precious girls,
We are thinking of you and we know that this must be so hard! Just know that you taking such great care of your mom and grandmother meant everything to her. You all gave up so much of your time and she realized I am sure that you gave your all! You have been very dedicated and it was always nice to hear that you had been to Asheville-what a testimony of love and care! We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers! We love you!
Dan, Kim, Zach and Autumn Proctor
Dear Barbara and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love you,
Susie
No word can really comfort you. I pray that the memories held deep within your heart help to soothe you. Please know that my deepest prayers and wishes are always with you.
IT HAS BEEN MY PLEASURE TO WORK WITH BARBARA BLACK AND I KNOW HER DEEP LOVE AND CONCERN FOR FAMILY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
Dear Barbara,
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious sister. I know this is a difficult time for all of you. May knowing that she is resting in the arms of our Lord and that you will one day be together again bring you comfort.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Donna Liles
Ruthie,my sister,my friend. I will miss you so much. Being here with me talking with me giving me advice even when I did not listen sometimes but I knew I could always depend on you with good advice and your sincere love. You are with Jesus, Mom and Dad now and happy and soon we will all be together walking with each other and as happy as before. Ben, Teresa, Wayne and Charles, remember all the precious memories you have of Ruthie and treasure them forever. My Prayers and thoughts are with each and everyone and ‘May God Bless. Love you, Rosie
Dear Charlie and family – you KNOW our love and prayers are with you.
Dan, Regina, Eric and Amanda
Ben,Teresa,Wayne&Charles, We are so sorry for your loss, Ruth always had a smile on her face. Our thoughts are with you all at this time.
Ruth, my precious Sister. Always there for me and always a best friend to me. My Precious ‘Inspiration. When Mom and Dad passed, she helped me to understand and was so kind to me and helped get me through the sad time. I could always go and sit down with her and she would listen and give me good advice and with ‘Love and ‘Sincereness. I am going to be lost without her and her precious Love, but now I know she is with Jesus and Mom and Dad and in no more pain. Thank you Ruth for being my ‘Big Sis with so much Love to give.. Ben, Teresa, Wayne and Charles, and Family our thoughts and Prayers are with you and May God Bless. With Love, Aileen & Neil
We are so sorry for you loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Davey Wendy & Zach Warren
Dear Family, Sorry for your loss but I pray that you can rest in her peace also and the love she shared with everybody. To me she is a gentle loving neighbor, just waiting for the rest of us to join her. Bobby
Ruth was one of the most gracious and nice person that has ever been a part of my life i will miss her and all of her kindness may GOD grant you (her family and friends) peace and comfort
Ruth,
Happy Mothers Day 2010.