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Mrs. Mary Gatewood Ruff

Passed 02/07/2026

Obituary For Mrs. Mary Gatewood Ruff

Mrs. Mary Gatewood Ruff, 74, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Hospice Home at High Point.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

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Mary was always a sweet and kind person. Our family lived across street from her and her Aunt Bert. White oak and Granby. To the family God bless and keep you.

Ledbetter and Medley

Dear Friend you fought the good fight, you were a powerful warrior that gave it her all! I will always cherish the journey that we walked with grace and dignity! Your fight is now over, enjoy your reward you've earned it. Take your rest and rest easy knowing that you gave it your all πŸ’

Kelsie

To have Known Mary was to have Loved her ..When she came into the flower shop she brought love and Joy she was a beautiful person inside and sharp on the outside .. Giving a person their flowers while they living is what our happy place did for Mary she sometimes leave with a flower but when she didn't she left with lots of love .. Family Sending our Love and prayers in the passing of Mary we will keep our memories in our hearts of her coming to our HAPPY PlACE!! Ladies of Southern Accent Florist 🌺🌹 Take your Rest our friend !! 😘

Southern Accent Florist

Sincere condolences to the family. May God's presence surround you during this difficult time and the cherished memories bring you comfort.

Betty Phillips

Our hearts are saddened upon hearing of your passing. We have memories of the times on White oak street with you and your mother we called Ms Bert..You were a class mate at Wm Penn a truly a wonderful person. May your heavenly journey be glorious as you are welcome in to the kingdom of God where your dear mother and our Lord and Savior eagerly wait. Rest in peace Mary.

William and Nina McFadden

With deepest sympathy.....praying that God will comfort your heart, uplift your spirit, and carry you through this time of sadness to a place of peace.

Delois Sue Lovett

My condolences to Corey and Carlos.May god bless and keep you all.

Shiniqua

I remember Mary as A Kind and Sweet Person. Many years ago, we were neighbors in Lawndale Apartments; She and her Boys, Who She Loved Very Much. RIP Maryβ™₯️

Sandra McGill Smith, Tallahassee, Florida

Sorry for your loss

g9319878@gmail.com

Mary Gatewood, Southerland, Ruff, is how I've known her over the years. We were neighbors and friends through our sons. Carlos and Corey, you have my deepest sympathy and condolences in the loss of your mother. She was one of a kind and will be sincerely missed.

Patricia Coachman

Ruff I will always cherish our friendship bond rest on til we meet again

Angela Rorie

RIP Mary πŸ™ Condolences to the Family so sorry for your loss praying for peace and strength πŸ™ Dorothy Buchannon and Family

Dorothy Buchannon

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

Phillips Funeral Service, Inc. | High Point, NC

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