Ruth Stafford Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Ruth Stafford (Monroe, North Carolina). Ruth, born on June 22, 1938, passed away on June 30, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Luther Covington and Lula Redfern Covington; her husband Edward Stafford; her daughter Mary Ruth Stafford; her siblings, Wilson Lee Covington, Samuel G. Covington, James B. Covington, Luther J. Covington, Ovella Funderburk, Ola Mae Oxner and Lucille C. Winchester; and her son Samuel.
She is survived by: her children, Robert Stafford (Annie) of Lancaster, SC, Michael Stafford (Renee), Harry Stafford (Queed) of Pageland, SC, Ronnie Stafford (La'Teshia) of Marshville, NC, Rick Stafford (Sarah) of Monroe, NC, Jeanette Stafford of Monroe, NC, Lucinda "Cindy" Stafford of Monroe, NC, Melissa Stafford (Reggie) of Monroe, NC, Melinda Stafford of Monroe, NC, Billie Faye Coleman (Reuben) of Lancaster, SC, Edna Burns (Gerald) of Fayetteville, NC and Lora S. Stokes. She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.
