Ruth Muse Midyette

Ruth Muse Midyette, 92, of Bayboro, passed away peacefully at her son’s home in Reelsboro, surrounded by the love of her family.

Ruth was a devoted and faithful member of New Hope Christian Church, where she worshipped for many years and built lasting friendships rooted in her strong faith. When not involved in a church related project, she found comfort and joy in her daily routines. Ruth enjoyed life’s simple pleasures-playing bingo, making her regular Sunday visits to Charlie’s, and faithfully watching her favorite game shows, Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune.

More than anything she cherished her family. She found great happiness in attending the ballgames of her great-grandchildren, always showing up with love, pride, and encouragement. Those moments meant the world to her, and her presence will be deeply missed on the sidelines.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Virgle Midyette; brother, Ephraim Rolison Muse; sisters, Gladys Leary, Libby Fodrey, Evelyn Hill, Estelle Peterson, Virginia Carpenter, and Frances Muse Lovering.

Left to cherish her memory are her loving sons, Kevin “Frooty” Midyette and Jeffrey Midyette and wife, Amanda; her granddaughter, Ashley Willis and husband, Ricky; her treasured great-grandchildren, Laityn Willis and Corbin Willis; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A funeral service to celebrate Ruth’s life will be held at New Hope Christian Church on Friday, April 17th at noon, officiated by Rev. Joe Peters and Rev. Mike Roach. Interment will follow immediately in Sandhill Cemetery.

The family will receive friends and relatives one hour prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Pamlico, PO Box 6, Bayboro, NC 28515.