Ruth was born in Charlotte, NC to O. Grier and Verdie Nelson on December 19, 1927. She married the love of her life Raymond Nowlan and raised two sons Norman and David. Ruth was a caregiver to many over the years including her parents, in-laws, and several other elderly family members. Her happy place was working in the yard, mowing the lawn, weeding, and tending to her rose garden.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Raymond and her eldest son Norman Nowlan. She is survived by her son David Nowlan of Indian Trail and two grandsons Matthew Nowlan of Warner Robbins, GA and Christopher Nowlan of Locust, NC.
The family will receive friends on June 2, 2020 at 10:00 am followed by a celebration of life at 11:00 am at McEwen Funeral Service in Mint Hill, NC.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to Hospice of Union County.
Condolences may be offered online at www.mcewenminthillchapel.com.