WINSTON-SALEM August 4, 1932 - July 20, 2017 Ruth Earnestine Scott Mathis, age 84, passed away on July 20, 2017. She was born in Winston Salem to the late Robert and Addie Scott. Ruth spent her early years in the West Bend community. She graduated from Lewisville School where she loved to play basketball. Ruth graduated from Appalachian State University and taught briefly at Valdese Elementary School. She began her banking career at Wachovia. There she retired as Vice President of Purchasing in 1993. After retiring, Ruth began playing golf and was very proud of the fact that she had scored 3 holes in one. Her golfing buddies were a very cherished part of her life. The family appreciates all the care and support given to Ruth during her illness. She also valued her friendships with her friends from Wachovia and their monthly meal together. Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Mathis; sisters, Carrie Langley, Mildred Campbell, and Mary "Lib" Conrad; nephew, Bob Conrad; and great nephew, Robert Faircloth. She is survived by nieces and nephews, Gail (Bobby) Faircloth, Ray Conrad, Kathy Long, Bernadette Conrad, Johnny (June) Harrington, and Pam Robertson; great nieces and nephews, Robert, Ricky, Renee, Rob, Theresa, Tommy, Jerry, Janet, Jacque, Spencer, Kim, Alexis, Keith, and Kelly; and numerous other family members and friends. She also leaves behind her dear friend, Al Newsome. The family would like to express thank you to her best friend who brought much joy to her life these past two years. A special thanks to Dr. Mark Maier, Dr. David Smull, and Dr. Mark Mitchel who coordinated her care and gave her 5 weeks of happy life despite her illness. A special thanks to Dr. Mitch Hargis for the care and concern in Novant Neurological ICU. We were very blessed to have excellent caregivers who encouraged Ruth to become more independent. Special thanks to Susan Diehl, Jennifer Diehl, Lori "Buffy" Westmoreland, Tiffany Diehl, Rebecca Moore, Mary Bartell, and Stephanie Parker. She was a huge fan of Elvis Presley and loved attending concerts by Elvis imitator, Danny Crouse. A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 23rd at 3pm at Westside Baptist Church, 595 S. Peace Haven Rd, with Reverend Christa Warise officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Vogler & Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family with her arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Westside Baptist Church, 595 S. Peace Haven Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27103.