Ruth Barringer Brisco's Obituary
Ruth Barringer Brisco, 78, passed away Thursday, February 11, at her New London home with her family by her side.
Ruth was born August 17, 1937, in Badin, NC, to Roy and Margie Thompson Barringer.
After rearing her children, Ruth worked in both the Stanly County School and Lincolnton School districts as a cafeteria manager. ?She was known by her colleagues as a cherished friend who made them laugh. ?After retiring, she and her husband moved ?back home? to be near family. She was a dedicated member of Bethel United Methodist Church in New London.
Ruth is survived by her husband, John Brisco; her sons, Jeff Clayton and his fianc?, Rebecca Coleman of Charlotte; Greg Clayton and his wife, Myra Smith of Raleigh; three grandchildren: ?Kerrie Clayton Davis, Morganna Clayton, and Jeffrey Clayton and step-daughter Betty Maner and husband Benny of Lincolnton.? She was preceded in death by two sisters, Grace Morris and Helen Smith.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 13, from 6 until 8 PM at Stanly Funeral Home.? Funeral services will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, February 14, 2016, at Bethel United Methodist Church in New London. ?In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Community Home Care and Hospice, 120 N. Main St., Troy, NC 27371.
2 Corinthians 5:6-8?So we are always of good courage. We know that while we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord, for we walk by faith, not by sight. Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord. ?In sincerest gratitude, the family thanks all who have kept Ruth in their prayers during her sickness.
The family will forever be grateful for the kind and caring staff at Community Home Care and Hospice.
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