Mary “Ruth” Underwood, 92, of Eden, passed Monday, August 8, 2022 at her home.
A funeral service will be held 11am Thursday, August 11, 2022 at Fair Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at DanView Cemetery in Eden. A visitation will be held 5-7pm Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at Fair Funeral Home.
Ruth was born June 29, 1930 in Rockingham County, North Carolina, to the late James Henry Nelson and Myrtle Stratton Nelson. Ruth was a member of Fieldcrest Road Church of God in Eden. She served as a Sunday School Teacher, assisted with Children’s Church, and was secretary of Women’s Discipleship. Ruth was a homemaker, enjoying her life with her family. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, working in her garden, and raking and mowing at the farm. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Gwen Pruitt (Tommy) of Eden, Vicki Rogers (Terry) of Eden, Robin Light of Eden; grandchildren, Brian Pruitt (Missy), Anthony Mull (Amanda), Josh Light (Amanda), Stacey Joseph (Trent), Jennifer Avesing; great-grandchildren, Logan Pruitt, Kayla Pruitt, Colin Haynes, Mason Haynes, Clay Light, Paige Joseph, Graham Light; brother, Melvin Nelson of Winston-Salem; sister and best friend, Jane Lillard of Eden.
In addition to her parents, Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, Luther Dillard Underwood.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bobbie Shough
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Kay Gammon
Gwen,
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Bill & Debbie GammonRobin. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Right now it is hard for me to go to the funeral home or even by it. I know it leaves a big hole in your heart cause it has mine since mom passed. My prayers are with you and your family.
love to you all,
Tim and Vicki Dockery and family Vicki Dockery
Mrs Underwood was a good mom and a wonderful
mother-in-law. She was a child of God and shared her faith willingly. And she loved unconditionally, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be missed by all who knew her, and those who did know her knew a mighty fine lady! Rest In Peace, Grandma, you have earned it!
Tommy Pruitt
I remember Ruth so fondly,as being the best Grade Mother ever. She always showed up for our class parties, her love, and kindness I will always remember.
Tammie L. Stophel
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was always a swest lady. It always brought joy to ride by and see her working in her yard. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.
Debra Pryor Griggs
So sorry to hear about Ruth. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken & Pat Patterson
Robin, Please accept my Deepest Sympathy for you loss
Kathy Higgs
Kathy P higgs
The service was very touching.We all lost someone very special when Aunt Ruth went home.You all will continue being in my thoughts.So sorry I couldn't be there in person,but I was there in my heart.
Janice Roop
Those we care for are never truly gone so long as we carry their memory in our hearts. They watch over us as we carry on until the time they may be reborn to walk among us once more. Wishing those left behind the best.
Reina
Hi Vicki and Rest of Family, Wanted to send my blessings your way. It was sad to hear of Ruth's passing but I believe we can all celebrate a Life Well Lived. Ruth was always so good to me. I can see her smile and hear her laugh now! And I can taste that wonderful potato salad we had for Sunday dinner! But she didn't want to keep it as leftovers. I tried to do my part to see thaat didn't happen!! Praying Peace Passing Understanding, Ken Boaz
Ken Boaz
Gwen, Vicki, Robin and family, our heartfelt prayers and love to you all with the passing of your mother. Remember her fondly as a great neighbor and seeing her working in her yard on the hill when we would drive to and from home. Your family is a part of sweet memories growing up as neighbors. Teresa Wray Sholy
Teresa Wray Sholy
We just find out about your mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. She will be missed by all.
Dianne & Francis Catsr
Sister Underwood always held a special place in my heart and will be missed. She was my Sunday school teacher at FRCOG and was adored by many children over many years. She was such a sweet and kind person and always a godly woman. She loved the lord with all her heart and I can see her now rejoicing in the streets of glory! I will never forget her ❤
Denise Helms Boyd
I was so sorry to hear of her passing!
You are in our prayers!
Linda Smoak
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Born: Sunday Jun 29, 1930
