She is preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Clarence A. Rupe; son, Terrance Rupe; daughter-in-law, Margret D. Rupe; granddaughter, Cari Lynn Rupe; grandson, Matthew Pierce; brothers, Everett and Buster Sanders; sisters, Clora Wheeler, Virginia Hudson, Elnora Childers, and Opal Luckett.
Left to cherish her memory are her sons, William L. Rupe (Brenda), Michael Rupe (Lori); daughter, Gail Carlos (John); 10 grandchildren; and 9 great-great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 from 10am – 12pm at Arch L. Heady and Son Funeral Home – Okolona, 8519 Preston Highway, Louisville, KY 40219. Funeral Service will be at 12pm at the funeral home with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.