Ruth Lucille Clontz Jaynes, 97, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Shelby Manor.

Born in McDowell County, NC on February 13, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Shuford Clontz and Etta Sprouse Clontz. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Herbert Jaynes, son Paul Jaynes, grandson Brandon Jaynes, and 10 siblings Nelson Clontz, Carl Clontz, Edgar Clontz, Cecil Clontz, Clyde Clontz, Jim Clontz, Grady Clontz, Freddy Clontz, Shuford Clontz Jr, and Faye Clontz Cook.

She is survived by her two sons, Gary Jaynes and wife Pat of Lebanon TN, and Dennis Jaynes and wife LeeAnn of Shelby; four grandchildren, Michael Jaynes and wife Terri, Taylor Jaynes and wife Audrey, Blair Hodge and husband Tripp, and Ryan Jaynes. Also left to cherish her memory are her six great grandchildren, Libby Jaynes, Brady Jaynes, Collin Jaynes, Laney Jaynes, Elizabeth Hodge, and Elliott Hodge, and her brother Bill Clontz.

To honor the life of Ruth, a graveside service will be held 1:00 PM Friday November 29, 2024 at Sunset Cemetery with Pastor Oscar Montes officiating.

Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is compassionately serving the family.