Ray Lawton Ruff, age 74

Ray Lawton Ruff, age 74, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024.

A native of Polk County, he is a son of the late Lawton and Florence Hudgins Ruff.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Bertha Ruff; and two brothers, Bobby Ruff and Troy Ruff.

Ray was a retired Supervisor having worked in the local textile industry and served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.

He is survived by his wife, Wilma Jean Morris Ruff; one sister, Faye Hodge; one brother, Joe Ruff (Shirley); three nephews, three nieces, a number of great nieces and nephews, as well as a host of friends and other family members.

A celebration of life will be held at 2pm Saturday, October 12 at Crowe's Funeral Chapel, Rutherfordton. The family will receive friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336 Forest City, NC 28043.

Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com.