Ruth was born in Monroe NC. She graduated from Central High School and later attended Davidson Community College. She had a career in teaching and also worked with Tri County Mental Health. Ruth was an accomplished artist, her specialty being portrait painting.
On September 1, 1950 Ruth married Garland House. The two were married 60 years and enjoyed 21 years of retirement together before his passing in 2011.
Ruth is survived by her two sons, Stephen House (Vickie) of Troy NC, and Douglas House (Sybil) of Dove Canyon California; six grandchildren, Shay House (Kendra) of Mooresville NC., Ryan, Julia, Kevin House of Dove Canyon, CA, Carl Moore, Reese Moore (Shelby) of New London NC, three great grandchildren, RJ, Presley, Jamie Moore of New London NC.
A private graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park.