Ruby Morris Markland Memorial Scholarship
Ruby Markland was a 1935 graduate from Appalachian State Teacher’s College and taught at Shady Grove Elementary School for 35 years. Her students were all very precious and dear to her. After retiring in 1972, she remained active as a tutor and school volunteer. Mrs. Markland was a very active member of Advance Baptist Church for over 70 years. She served as a deacon, choir member, Sunday School teacher and WMU leader.
Mrs. Markland was a member and officer in the Eastern Star. She played the piano and did weekly devotional services at local nursing homes for many years. She was a founder and officer of the former Advance Senior Citizens Group. Mrs. Markland was a member of the Davie County Library Board, serving during the construction of the library. She held offices on the local, district and state level of the Davie County Home Extension Club and served as president of the Davie County Retired School Personnel.
Mrs. Markland was a member and officer in the Advance VFW Auxiliary and in the Ladies Auxiliary of the Advance Fire Department. She loved to bake and give her cakes to shut-ins, neighbors and friends. One year, she baked and delivered more than 200 cakes. She was awarded the Long Leaf Pine Award for her volunteer efforts in Davie County. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who cared for and taught her grandchildren before they entered school.
The Ruby Morris Markland Memorial Scholarship is available to a high school senior or college student who will pursue a degree in Education.