Carolyn Joyce Maples Ruegger Obituary
Carolyn Joyce Maples Ruegger of Purvis, Mississippi passed away on May 30, 2026. Carolyn, born on February 25, 1936, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Carolyn Joyce Maples Ruegger to show support.
Carolyn will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Carolyn will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Carolyn’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Chester Maples and Laura Maples; and her husband Durwood. She is survived by: her children, Karen Thornton (Vince), Anita Morrow (Dwight) and Stephen Ruegger; and her grandchildren, Elise Firth (John), Ian Thornton, Evan Thornton, Leanna Morrow and Peyton Morrow.
