Thursday, May 11, 2017 8:54 am

Mrs. Mae Ruth Scruggs Moss, age 95 of Shelby, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 5, 2017.

She was born on October 21, 1921 in Cliffside, to the late James S. and Minnie Blackwell Scruggs. She was a member of Mount Sinai Baptist Church and was a garment inspector. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband of 60 years, Thomas "Tom" L. Moss, Sr.; one son, Thomas "Tommy" L. Moss, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Mary F. Moss; son-in-law, J. L. Morehead, Jr.; two sisters, Ruby S. Bridges and Louise S. Elmore; and one brother, Mason Scruggs.

Mrs. Moss is survived by one daughter, Janice M. Morehead (J.L.) of Shelby; one grandson; four granddaughters; five great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Laladge J. Moss (Leland) of Earl, NC; one brother-in-law, James A. Moss; numerous nieces and nephews; her cat named Molly; and her dog named P.J.

The funeral service was conducted with Pastor Tim Trexler to officiate. Special Music was provided by the church choir. Graveside service and interment followed at Stateline Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers: Paul A. Wright, Jamie K. Rhyne, David Williams, Bill Ward, Grant Blankenship, Hunter Wright, and Henry Blankenship.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Mount Sinai Baptist Church Building Fund, 1227 Mt. Sinai Church Rd, Shelby, NC 28152

Eggers Funeral Home of Cliffside is serving the family.