In loving memory of

Ruby Christine Howell
April 17, 1949 - December 13, 2019

On Friday, December 13, 2019, Ruby Christine Howell gained the biggest, brightest set of heavenly wings.

She was born April 17, 1949, in the Farmington community to the late Cornelias Carson Howell. Ruby attended Davie County Schools. She was an awesome mother, homemaker and friend. Ruby was of the Apostolic faith. She enjoyed shopping, riding and being together with her church and family. Ruby loved to dance, laugh and dress up with rhinestones and sparkles. She was a true diva and her smile would brighten your day. Ruby was so compassionate and the best listener.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Sarah Cupie and Mozella Mo.

She is survived by her husband, Nathaniel Dunlap; six children who will cherish her memory, Danny White of Mocksville, William Bill Mayfield, Jr. (Ann) of Kinston, Yvette Vette Mayfield, Angela Angie McNeil (Marvin Robinson), all of Lexington, Leonard Roy Dean Holland of Harmony and Danette FuFu Redmond (Timothy) of Advance; 14 grandchildren; a sister, Addie Gillespie (Norman); a brother, Melvin White; a brother-in-law, Paul Dobson; a special niece, Ruby Stevenson; a godbrother, James Shepard; special friends, Rosa Lee Arnold, Carolyn Harris, Kathie Foster and Crystal Sharpe; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m., Thursday, December 19, at Lambert Graham Funeral Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Rose Cemetery.

Online condolences can be emailed to info@lambertgrahamfuneralhome.com

Tributes

Tonia Chambers wrote on Dec 19, 2019:

"My heart is saddened, but God Call you Home my beautiful friend . I will miss you, I will miss your contagious bright smile but I will always keep you in my heart."

Tanja Bellamy wrote on Dec 19, 2019:

"We send our sincere condolences to the your Family. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Fond memories of her will always be embedded in your hearts. May God Bless all of you.The Rose FamilyTanja, Wanda, Phyllis, Sandra, Priscilla"

Ernestine Grant and Family wrote on Dec 18, 2019:

"To The Family of Ruby Howell,We send our condolences. Ruby was beautiful on the inside as well as the outside. This beautiful angel is flying high with the Lord. Our fondest memories of her will live on forever in our hearts. Family be blessed!Ernestine Grant and Family"

Mel White wrote on Dec 18, 2019:

"To Ruby's children and all the rest of her family: May you find peace through the fog of your tears."

Latoya Harris wrote on Dec 17, 2019:

"I send my deepest condolences to family.. May God give you strength in this difficult time. R.I.H. Ruby"

Cynthia McHenry Rose Johnson wrote on Dec 17, 2019:

"I am so very sorry for your loss. Just take comfort in knowing she's with the Almighty now.....SAFE IN HIS ARM'S. I pray for peace, comfort and understanding for you all.Cynthia McHenry Rose Johnson"

Natalie Mott wrote on Dec 17, 2019:

"RIP , Ruby It Was A Joy Haveing you as apart of our family. My Deepest condolences to the family.God bless you all."

Karen Jones Mookie wrote on Dec 17, 2019:

"You were just like a mother to us when we meet you, you took us under your wings like we were one of your children, you always check on us and we are truly going to miss you the texts, phone calls. But now it's time for you to rest in the arms of Jesus. You will never ever beforgotten RIH we you"

Wanda hill wrote on Dec 17, 2019:

"Ruby was a good friend of mine we use to live in old happy Hill gardens I knew her children and share some good times together may she rest in peace"

Carolyn Harris wrote on Dec 17, 2019:

"She was my friend and then became my sister an I will be missing her but one thing for should I will remember all the great times we had together an I no she is walking around in heaven "

Russell and Danielle sellers wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"Love u aunt ruby always until we meet again.."

Linda Dalton and Barbara White wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"RIP my dear friend,you will surely be missed.Gone but not forgotten."

Loretta Rose (Lowery) wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"Rest Well My Dear, Love You"

Adrienne Chambers wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"Love you Auntie, as you would love us your grandkids. You are truly missed and love but I'll always love you and you'll always be with me in my heart . Love you!!! Till we meet again."

Aiyanna Doulin and Family wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"Love you cousin. Such a beautiful and sweet person you will be truly missed"

Sheria Johnson White wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"You will be missed dearly Mrs. Ruby. You were always so good to me and your family has meant so much to me and mine for many years. Prayers and love to all your family."

Slonie. & Valerie Scott wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"Very sweet and kind lady! Love cuz"

Tracy Pettiford wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"Ruby..... thank you for always looking out for me. I gained sooooo much from being in your presence. Friendship, family and just nurturing. Your children have also been a huge blessing in my life. While I'm grieving, I'm blessed and comforted by what your life meant to us. You are missed."

Tracy Pettiford wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"In my heart forever. You are missed"

Geanna Dillard-Dunlap wrote on Dec 16, 2019:

"Ruby I will truly miss you from your beautiful jewelry to your warm caring heart and smile fly high with the lord.My prayers are with the family"