It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ruby Joyce Bell, who departed this life on July 5, 2024, at the age of 87, in Huber Heights, Ohio. Born on March 7, 1937, in Millstone, Kentucky, Ruby was a beacon of light and strength to all who knew her.
Ruby was the cherished daughter of Elzie Kiser and Mary Alice Webb. Though life presented her with numerous challenges, she met each one with unwavering grace and determination. Ruby's early education highlighted her brilliance, as she was the valedictorian of her 8th-grade class. Her pursuit of knowledge continued into adulthood when she proudly obtained her GED, demonstrating her commitment to personal growth and learning.
On June 30, 1961, Ruby married the love of her life, Henry Finley Bell, in Richmond, Indiana. Their union was a testament to enduring love and partnership, lasting until Henry's death. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and family.
Ruby's professional life was one of dedication and hard work. She spent her years as a devoted homemaker and also worked as a waitress at the Snack Shack and Frisco Freddies in Fairborn, Ohio. Her warm smile and kind nature made her a beloved figure among colleagues and patrons alike.
Ruby was a woman of many passions. She delighted in playing cards with friends, indulging in fashion, and trying her luck with slot machines, handheld poker games, and bingo. Her love for travel took her to beautiful destinations such as Hawaii, Italy, and numerous trips to Florida and California. However, her greatest joy was always found in the company of her family, whom she adored beyond measure.
Ruby's fiery personality and impeccable sense of style were hallmarks of her character. She took great pride in her appearance, with her signature red hair and painted nails, always looking her best. Her vibrant spirit and tenacity shone brightly until her final days.
Preceding Ruby in death were her beloved parents, Elzie Kiser and Mary Alice Webb; her husband, Henry F. Bell; her son, Richard Mifflin; her infant son, Dewayne F. Bell; her brother, Leslie Kiser; and her sisters, Nannie Smith, Alpha Cox, and Doris Gibson. Though their loss was deeply felt, Ruby's enduring love for them remained a constant source of strength.
Ruby leaves behind a legacy of love through her surviving family members: her devoted daughter, Terri Hannebaum, and son-in-law, Scott Hannebaum; her cherished grandchildren, Wesley and David McComas, Skyler Hannebaum, Kelsey and Natalie Mifflin; and her precious great-granddaughters, Finley and Cora McComas. She is also survived by her siblings, Anna Huffington, Judy Miles, Marie Sturgill, Elsie Kay Sexton, and Elzie E. Kiser Jr., as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service in honor of Ruby Joyce Bell will be held at Burcham Tobias in Fairborn, Ohio, where family and friends will gather to celebrate her remarkable life and bid her a heartfelt farewell at 11 AM on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service on Thursday.
Ruby's departure leaves a void that can never be filled, but her spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose legacy of love, resilience, and joy will continue to inspire all who knew her.
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