Mary Paul Burriss Ratliff Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Mary Paul Burriss Ratliff of Sanford, North Carolina, born in Conway, South Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mary Paul left this world on March 3, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Paul and Grace Paul; her husband Tom Ratliff; and her former husband Wayne Burriss. She is survived by: her sons, Greg (Vicky) and Tim (Kay); her stepdaughter Becky (Michelle); her grandchildren, Bethany (Kevin), Daniel (Zac), Joel, Carson and Lindsay (Phillip); and her great grandchildren, Lottie and Leah. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation was held on Thursday, March 5th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Cool Springs Baptist Church (1313 Cool Springs Rd, Sanford, NC 27330). A funeral service was held on Thursday, March 5th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Thursday, March 5th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Cool Springs Baptist Church Cemetery (1313 Cool Springs Rd, Sanford, NC 27330).
Mary asked if anyone wishes to give anything in her memory, instead of flowers send gifts to: Outreach Mission Inc. (Homeless Shelter) P. O. Box 476 Sanford, NC 27331 or The Salvation Army of Lee County, P. O. Box 11209 Charlotte, NC 28220-1209 or a charity of your choice.
