Mr. William Steven Carruth

January 30, 1947 - January 20, 2021

William Steven Carruth, 73 of Spring Lake, North Carolina left this world on January 20, 2021 to join our Lord and Savior. He was born January 30, 1947 in Statesville, North Carolina to Jesse L. Carruth and Gladys Mildred Lattimore Carruth. At an early age, he gave his life to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Soon after graduation from Unity High School, he entered the Army and served 26 faithful years of service to our nation. His service included the Vietnam Conflict and Operation Desert Storm. Upon retiring from the Army, he remained in Spring Lake, North Carolina. He leaves a legacy and cherished memories with his devoted wife of 50 years, Sirinuch T. Carruth of Spring Lake, North Carolina, son William E. Carruth(Angella) of Sanford, North Carolina, daughter Sirinuch R. Barratt(Kevin) of Fort Hood, Texas, son Steven J. Carruth of Spring Lake, North Carolina, son William S. Carruth Jr of Spring Lake, North Carolina and 9 grandchildren, Elias, Christopher, Brionna, Xavier, Andrew, Jalen, Isaiah , Amira and William; sister Betty Smith of Winston Salem, North Carolina, sister Gladys Johnson(Andrew) of Columbus, Georgia, brother Denver Carruth of Tallahassee, Florida and brother Michael Carruth of Fayetteville, North Carolina. His passing was preceded by his brothers Jesse L. Carruth Jr. and Thomas Carruth. William(Steve) was best known for his willingness to give. It didn’t matter to whom or for what, he gave to make things better. He loved to give advice or share his experiences in life. He gave the most valuable thing anyone could give and that’s time. The time spent with his family will forever be told through his children and grandchildren; His Legacy.