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Nellie Ruth Burroughs

06/12/1937 - 06/14/2025

Obituary For Nellie Ruth Burroughs

Nellie Ruth Burroughs, 88, was born on Saturday, June 12, 1937 and passed on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Funeral Arrangements:
Viewing Service: Friday, June 27, 2025 2pm-6pm at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home

Funeral Service: Saturday, June 28, 2025 | Visitation Service starts at 12:00 noon | Funeral Service at 1:00 pm.

Place of Service: Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 901 E F St, Butner, NC 27509

Interment: Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery

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Janice Livingston sent Red and White Floor Basket for Nellie Ruth Burroughs - June 21, 2025

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PHYLLIS T PARKER sent Sweet Moments for Nellie Ruth Burroughs - June 17, 2025

So long to my lifetime friend. From Shirley Thomas Wilmington, NC

Shirley Thomas

To Albert my heart goes out to you.and family Cousin Ruth shall be miss in so many ways that smile that walk that voice that you would say to me Wanda you so crazy and that perfect Afro that was your trade mark so gone rest it's your time love from Wanda Thomas and family

Wanda Thomas

My Condolences πŸ™ to the Family. I remember Ms Burroughs as the Supervisor at Duke Dietary with the most Beautiful and Neat Afro. She was also a nice Person. Rest Peacefully πŸ™ my Dear.

William King

To the family, I pray God gives you peace and comfort.

Anita Satterfield Torian

To the son & family & ROnnie .gone but not forgotten. You all are in our prayer. Laura dunston & family

Laura dunston &family

To the family, We sending our heartfelt condolences to each of you in your loss.

Eugene and Sarah Williams

We are still shocked and saddened by Ruth's passing. Words cannot express how much she meant to us and supportive she has been of us over our extensive years of friendship. We will forever be grateful for your love and will miss you tremendously! Our condolences and prayers are offered for Ronnie, June, Union Chapel MBC, and extended family. We love you all!

Steve & Leslie

Steve & Leslie Hargrove

I am so sorry for your loss.

Beverly Shields

To the family of Aunt Ruth Sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family during this time. Aunt Ruth will be missed.

Jeffrey Cross and Jeffrey

Jackie Cross

A first cousin...loved like a sister, respected like an aunt; Ruth I adore you. Condolences to Albert "June Bug", his family and all of us around. Nellie Ruth Burroughs is being kissed in heaven.

Larry Barber

May God πŸ™πŸΎ be with the family during this time β€οΈπŸ™πŸΎ of sorrow . Keith Wilson

Keith Wilson

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SBecoat

I am in shock! I just saw you on Tuesday. My heart is sadden by your passing but rejoices in your transition to Glory. To our family: take solace and comfort in the arms of Father God. Ruth is no longer alone, she's in the presence of Christ Jesus.Take your rest Cousin Ruth❀️

Anna Kay

Wow, Ruth! I am simply shocked and hurt by your passing. We had some great times in church and in life. We will miss your junk talking, fussing, fancy dressing, love and support! You were a great friend! I will always love you my friend!

Steve

Pastor Steven Hargrove

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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