Ruthie Riddick, 71, of Morganton, NC passed away September 11, 2020 unexpectedly due to many ongoing health problems. Born on November 20, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Indiana Smith. Ruthie was a member of Salem UMC. She worked many years in child care facilities, spending the last 15 years of her career working for Blue Ridge Community Action. Ruthie was a kind, forgiving, caring person, who loved her family, friends, and church community immensely. She was a Sunday School teacher who loved Gospel music. She was a choir member and was a faithful member of SUMC.
Ruthie is survived by her son, Lance Riddick; granddaughter, Hunter Adkins; beloved pet, Milo Lee; and a number of family members and faithful friends.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm, Sunday, September 27, 2020 at Salem United Methodist Church with the Rev. Norm Jones officiating.
Memorial contribution may be made to Salem Uited Methodist Church, Burke Hospice and Palliative Care, or to the family to offset expenses.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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