Marion David Ruple's Obituary
Branchville
Marion D. Ruple, 98, of Branchville, S.C., passed away peacefully Monday, January 25, 2021 at his home.
Mr. Ruple was born January 7, 1923, the son of M. Dennis and Annie T. Ruple. Mr. Ruple retired from U.S. Plywood in 1985 after 35 years of service. He was a lifetime member of Buckhead Hunting Club and an active member of Mt. Tabor Baptist Church. His passion was fishing with his beloved wife, Gladys S. Ruple. They were married 71 years.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his children: Linda (Albert) Bennett, Nancy (David) Hunt, and Barbara Kuck; five grandchildren: Lee Kuck, Tommy Porterfield, Jr., Jennifer Weeks, Jim Bennett, and Emily Wise; twelve great-grandchildren and a sister, Patsy R. (Jimmy) Hutto.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 2 pm at the Mt. Tabor Baptist Church, located at 1425 Mt. Tabor Church Road, Bowman, S.C. with the Rev. Colt Waagner and Robert Etheridge officiating. Donations may be made to the cemetery fund, in lieu of flowers.
COVID-19 guidelines will be observed. Online condolences can be made at www.ottfh.com
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