Ruth Mayes Westmoreland, born on August 11, 1937, passed away on November 2, 2026.

Ruth’s long life spanned generations and seasons of change, and her passing marks the close of a life that will be remembered with respect and gratitude. Her name will remain in the hearts of those who knew her and in the quiet, enduring memory that follows a life fully lived across many years.

As family and friends reflect on Ruth’s life, they honor not only the date of her passing, but the many days that came before it—the ordinary and extraordinary moments that together formed her journey. She will be remembered with affection, and her memory will continue to hold a cherished place in the lives of those who knew her.

May Ruth Mayes Westmoreland rest in peace.

A celebration of her life will be held at 11:30 am Monday November 9, 2026 at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church 4129 Northhampton Drive Winston-Salem, NC 27105. The  family will receive friends from 11:00am-11:30am at the church Monday. Her remains may be viewed Sunday November 8, 2026 from 12pm-5pm at the funeral home.