Carolyn Bunn Ruffin's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2026 in Sims, North Carolina

Carolyn Bunn Ruffin

March 1, 1944 - September 20, 2026 (82 years old)

Sims, North Carolina

Carolyn Bunn Ruffin's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2026 in Sims, North Carolina

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Carolyn Bunn Ruffin

March 1, 1944 - September 20, 2026 (82 years old)

Sims, North Carolina

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Carolyn Bunn Ruffin Obituary

Carolyn Bunn Ruffin, born on March 1, 1944, passed away on September 20, 2026. Carolyn leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Carolyn Bunn Ruffin to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Floyd Bunn and Sudie Bunn; and her siblings, James Bunn and Evelyn Liles. She is survived by: her husband Billy Ruffin, Sr.; her children, Kim Stone (Chris) of Wilson, Dawn Ruffin Strickland, Robert Strickland, Sr. of Sims and Billy Ruffin, Jr. (Bonnie) of Sims; her grandchildren, Robert Strickland III (Harlie), Hillary Creech (Christopher) and Caroline Strickland; her great grandchildren, Brooks Creech, Katherine Strickland and Mateo Stahl; and her pet Bella. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, September 27th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Bailey Baptist Church (6646 Deans St, Bailey, NC 27807). Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 27th 2026 from 4:45 PM to 6:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Joyner's Funeral Home



Sun

Sep 27

Celebration of life

4:00 PM

Bailey Baptist Church
6646 Deans St, Bailey, NC 27807

Sun

Sep 27

Visitation

4:45 PM - 6:00 PM

Bailey Baptist Church
6646 Deans St, Bailey, NC 27807

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