Mary Ruth Tomlinson Marler

She was born August 2, 1920 to the late Walter C. Tomlinson and Melissa R. Tomlinson; she grew up in East Bend and graduated from East Bend High School. She later attended Hinshaw Beauty School and began her cosmetology career at Vogue Beauty Salon.

She married the love of her life, Norman Marler on July 4, 1942 and after the birth of their daughter, Kathryn, Mary Ruth retired from her job, taking on motherhood as her new full-time role and crowning achievement. As a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she committed her life to God and her family, offering unwavering support, love, compassion and grace to every person and every situation that crossed her path. Her patience, gentle spirit, laughter and contagious smile are the hallmarks of her character and the legacy she leaves with friends and family. As a long-time member of First Baptist Church in Winston-Salem for over 60 years, Mary Ruth served as nursery worker and Sunday School teacher and was actively involved with the Enablers Sunday School class. She was a part of an intercessory prayer group, a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and Crisis Control. Her passion was meditating on the Word, memorizing scripture which included several Psalms. She enjoyed baking, sewing, knitting, working in her yard and adding her beautifying touches to all that surrounded her. Mary Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Norman Marler and her sisters Mattie White Tomlinson, Bertha Mae Poindexter and Helen Snow.

She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn Farrimond and husband, Denny of Winston-Salem; her brother Walter Tomlinson and wife, Carol of Belmont; her grandchildren, Grant Farrimond, Todd Farrimond and wife, Lisa, Matthew Farrimond and wife, Lucy, Nichole Farrimond; her great-grandchild, Garrett Farrimond as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11 am Friday, October 3rd at First Baptist Church (Winston-Salem) with Dr. David Hughes officiating. Burial will follow in Forsyth Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care Center at 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103

On behalf of the family, we would like to thank the staff of Brighton Gardens Assisted Living for the tender care they provided Mary Ruth during her residence there and a special appreciation to “Teddy’s Angels” whom she loved. Their endearing words and devoted care brought Mom much happiness during her last few years.

Online condolences may be made at www.frankvoglerandsons.com

Frank Vogler and Sons, Reynolda Chapel is assisting the Marler Family.