Doris Jean Ritter Garner, of Robbins, North Carolina, passed away at her residence on October 10, 2026. She was born on September 22, 1952, in Robbins to the late Elmer and Ethel Hussey Ritter.
She was a simple woman who enjoyed raising birds and goats of various breeds. More importantly, she loved her family, especially her grandchildren and the Lord. She enjoyed driving school buses for Westmoore, but was best known for working in textile mills for Russell’s and Fruit of the Loom.
She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Howard Ritter, Tracy Ritter and his wife, Mable, Lacy Ritter and his wife, Betty, and Earl Ritter, and her sister, Bonnie Lewellyn.
Doris is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Jerry Garner; her daughter, Renee Hill; her sons, Steven Garner and wife, Rebecca, and Tim Garner and wife, Heather; and her daughter Angela Brady and her husband, Phillip; her brother, Vernie Ritter and wife, Lois, June Ritter and wife, Donna; and sister, Sue Clark and husband, James.
She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, Kayla Hill; Blake Garner and his wife, Carris; Sierra and Dawson Garner, Ella and Tanner Garner; and Trevor, Carson, and Haley Brady, who will cherish her memory.
Family and friends are welcome to visit Doris’s home to share memories and offer comfort to one another during this difficult time.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Kennedy Funeral Home in Robbins, North Carolina. A funeral service honoring Doris will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Smyrna Church in Robbins, with Reverend Gerald Hussey officiating. Following the service, friends and family are invited to gather for refreshments in the Family Life Center.
Online condolences may be shared at PinesFunerals.com.
Kennedy Funeral Home is honored to serve the Garner family.
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27.
