Frank & Bright Funeral Home

Ruby Eckles

Apr 23rd, 1938 - Nov 18th, 2015

 

   Ruby Alice Eckles, age 77, a former long-time resident of Tuscola and originally from Jasper County, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2015, at Evergreen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Effingham.

   Ruby was born April 23, 1938, in Jasper County, the daughter of Ona and Minnie (Loy) Williams.  She was united in marriage to Donald Eugene Eckles on July 18, 1959, in Arcola.  He preceded her in death December 16, 2014.

   She is survived by a daughter: Ruby Elizabeth (David) Lewis of Louisville; 5 grandchildren: Amber Rush of Louisville, Chris (Ashley) Rush of Louisville, Mary (David) Lindsey of Flora, Myra (Bill) Laycoax of Louisville, and David Michael Lewis of Flora; 6 great-grandchildren; and 2 nephews and 3 nieces.

   She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; 2 infant children; 2 sisters: Edith White and Jessie Dill; and a niece.  

   Ruby worked as a cook for over 21 years at Dixie Truck stop and other restaurants, and later for 9 years at McDonald’s.   Ruby’s life was centered around love for her family and her faith, and she was a member of Victory Church.

   A funeral service for Ruby Eckles will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 21, 2015, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora, with burial following in Headyville Cemetery in rural Jasper County.  Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.  Memorial donations may be given to Evergreen Nursing and Rehabilitation’s Activity Fund or a charity of the donor’s choice and these will be accepted at the funeral home.  Share online condolences and memories with the family at www.frankandbright.com.