DELMAR - Ruth Tyler Tawes died Dec. 2, 2017, at home in Delmar. Born in Crisfield, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd James and Thelma Virginia Byrd Tyler. She was a faithful member of Trinity Church in Salisbury and St. John's United Methodist's Church. She was also an active member of the Happy Timers in Salisbury.
She is survived by her husband, Preston Tawes of Delmar; her children, Lloyd Laird of Largo, Fla., and Larry Laird of Hebron; and a stepson, Steve Tawes of Florida; and several nieces.
She was preceded in death by her sisters, Joyce Tyler Justice and Shelva Jean Evans.
A memorial service was held Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017, at St. John's United Methodist's Church in Fruitland. Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funderal Home in Salisbury.