CASTALIA - Ruby Kenneth Barnhill, age 92, passed away on Monday, April15, 2021. Born in Wilson County on October 25, 1928, he was the son of the late Wilbur and Ruby Barnhill. He was also preceded in death by his adoptive parents Ira and Lela Barnhill; his wife of 25 years, Patricia Davis Barnhill; his step-mother, Mozzell Barnhill; his half-sisters, Shirley and Arlene; and his friend and companion, Marie Sutton.

Ruby is survived by his half-brother, Glen Barnhill; his son, Kenneth Michael Barnhill and wife, Belinda, of Cove City; his daughter, Donna Barnhill Cassell and husband, Hershell, of Castalia; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren,

A private graveside service will be held at Pineview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Kenneth's memory to Core Creek Free Will Baptist Church. 210 Trenton Rd. Cove City, NC 28523