Ruth "Ruthie" Jaques McGhee

Ruth “Ruthie” Jaques McGhee, 90, of New Bern, NC passed away on January 6, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Ruthie was a member of Spring Hope Free Will Baptist Church, where her faith guided her throughout her life. Her church and her family were the center of her world, and she lived her life as a reflection of her love for both. Known for her quiet strength, faithfulness, and nurturing spirit, Ruthie was a blessing to all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Thelma Jaques; her sons, Joseph F. McGhee and Robert W. McGhee, Jr.; her brother, Frank Jaques; and sisters, Doris Norbury, Audrey Whitford, Joyce Eubanks, and Betty Middlestetter.

Ruthie is survived by her loving husband, Robert “Bobby” W. McGhee, Sr.; her son, David Earl McGhee and wife, Angie; daughter, Lillian Buttitta and husband, Chris; daughter-in-law, Linda Davidson; six grandchildren, James Williamson (Crystal), Justin Buttitta (Melinda), Abigail Hester (Matt), Ashley McGhee (Michael), Jason McGhee, and Eric McGhee; four step-grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Daniels-Sadler Funeral Home Chapel. Private interment will be at Greenleaf Memorial Park.

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