Evangelist Mary L. Ruffin, 82 of Kenly, transitioned Monday, June 27, 2016 at her residence surrounded by family.

Evangelist Ruffin was born in Wilson Co, NC to the late Chester Beamon and Louise Shaw Avery on January 5, 1934.

Evangelist Ruffin leaves to cherish her memories five children; Charles Worsley, Dwayne Ruffin, Therisa Ruffin, Vrtinisa Ruffin, and Wilkes Ruffin one brother,Chester Beamon and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services are scheduled for Saturday July 2, 2016 at Bethel United Holy Church 401 Maple Ave Kenly, NC at 2:00pm. The visitation will take place Friday night at Bethel United Holy Church from 6:00pm until 7:00pm.

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Message: Evangelist Ruffin, was a great woman, always had a smile and a word. Powerful woman of God.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Glenda Ruffin

Date: 7/6/2016 3:00 PM

Message: My heart goes out to the Ruffin family. And my son in law that's married to Christy Lynn Ruffin. Miss Ruffin was a good lady with a warm heart and a good family. Sorry for your loss Christy Lynn Ruffin love her alot. From Christy Lynn Ruffin mama. Emma Grady Bridgers.

Love you Deborah Kafu Dupree

Submitted_by_and_Date: 6/4/2016

Date: 7/4/2016 6:10 PM

Message: Poochie, I can not find the words to express how I felt when I got the word of your mother's home going. It was the day of her funeral around 5:30. I am so sorry for your loss. Evangelist Ruffin was a jewel. She will be missed by many. Know that your mother is ALL RIGHT now. Resting in the arms of Jesus. We are praying for you and the rest of the family. Love to ALL. (PS) Tracy found out after the funeral as well.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Mother Beverly and Deacon James Battle 7-4-2016

Date: 7/4/2016 5:02 PM

Message: Pastor Doreatha Brown, Evangelist Joyce Parker and the Parker's Chapel Church wish to convey our deepest sympathy to your family. We loved Evangelist

Ruffin. A mighty woman of God.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Parker's Chapel Church 7-2-16

Date: 7/2/2016 12:46 PM

Message: Through the union of our faith,you are enfolded in loving arms of prayer,sympathy, and understanding.We believe that our lost is heavens gain!

Submitted_by_and_Date: ST James United Holy Church Stantonsburg N.C.

Date: 7/2/2016 11:21 AM

Message: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sister Ruffin was a dear friend to my mother, Ella Staggers, and to me. She was a kind loving person and she will be missed. Be blessed.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Billy Staggers and Family

Date: 7/2/2016 9:02 AM

Message: To the Ruffin family: Your mother was a God sent to me when my mother was ill. I will never forget the kindness that she extended to me and my brother. She will be greatly missed. Thank you for sharing your mother with us.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Brenda Shaw 6-29-16

Date: 6/29/2016 8:57 AM

Message: Theresa, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Angela Piper, June 29, 2016

Date: 6/29/2016 8:39 AM

Message: I thank God for the 30 some years you were in my life. You were a friend and a friend indeed, my prayer partner, my Bible study partner. You have been a Mother to me for many years. I will truly miss you. As we have talked about over the years was who ever God calls first the other will "Keep Standing". I will continue to stand for the Lord for you has taught me how to do that. With love Forever, Bradberry

Submitted_by_and_Date: Evang. Annie Bradberry 6-28-2016

Date: 6/28/2016 10:56 PM

Message: Mommy, you will truly be missed by so many but not as much as your children. Thank you for teaching us (including your grandchildren) everything we needed to know. God said your battle is over. We appreciate you. You have all ready preached your sermon. Rest on mommy. God has gained a Special Angel.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Poochie June 28,2016

Date: 6/28/2016 10:39 PM

Message: You are in my prayers.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Evangelist Brenda Stewart 6_28_16

Date: 6/28/2016 6:20 PM

Message: My deepest sympathy is with the family in your time of loss.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Helene Price

Date: 6/28/2016 4:41 PM

Message: He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. ( Psalms 91:1) Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family,GOD will take care of you just keep the FAITH !!! We LOVE you. Evangelist Geraldine Coley Coleman of St Rose United Holy Church, 5252 St Rose Church Rd,Sims,N.C. 27880

Submitted_by_and_Date: June 30,2016 time 11:40 am

Date: 6/30/2016 11:21 AM

Message: My prayers are with the family. Evan Ruffin was real about her walk with the Lord.What the Lord gave her to say she would say it.

Submitted_by_and_Date: sister lillian banks 6-30-2016

Date: 6/30/2016 7:06 PM

Message: You mother was a true woman of god, working with her at general cable was a joy and she always had a smile . Her work here on earth is done now she cane rest in gods arms.

Submitted_by_and_Date: Clara Neal Wiggins and the neal family. 7-1-2016

Date: 6/30/2016 9:33 PM