Ella Ruth Stipe

Ella Ruth Stipe, 80, of Norwood passed away Sunday, July 27th, 2025; at Stanly Manor in Albemarle. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 Saturday, August 2nd, 2025; at Edwards Funeral Home in Norwood; Rev. Mark Little will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior. 

Ella was born on November 3rd, 1944 to the late Graham and Sara Preslar. She was a graduate of South Stanly High School, class of 1963. Ella wrote the article “From the Pew” for the Norwood News, for many years. She was a longtime member of Calvary Baptist Church. 

Ella Ruth was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She spent her days taking care of children and supporting her family in every way. Ella was a wonderful soul. 

In addition to her parents, Ella was preceded in death by her brothers, George and David Preslar.

Ella is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Glenn Stipe, of the home; four sons: Glenn Stipe Jr. (Virginia), Steven Douglas Stipe (Wendy), Timothy Allen Stipe (Kim), and Eddie Stipe; all of Norwood. She is also survived by two sisters, Margie Mauldin and Becky Scott; and brother, Joseph Preslar; all of Mount Gilead. As well as 15 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. 

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