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Charles David "Dave" Ruby

1959 - 2017

Charles David "Dave" Ruby obituary, 1959-2017, Grove City, OH

BORN

1959

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Schoedinger Norris Grove City

4242 Hoover Road

Grove City, Ohio

Charles Ruby Obituary

Ruby Charles David "Dave" Ruby, of Grove City, was born on July 10, 1959, and passed away at the age of 57 on June 24, 2017 due to complications of metastatic melanoma. Dave graduated from West High School in 1977 where he played trumpet in the school band. He went on to graduate from The Ohio State University in 1983 from the School of Business Administration. He worked at T. Marzetti as an accountant for many years. Dave was a member of Glenwood United Methodist Church and Luther B. Turner Masonic Lodge. Dave was preceded in death by his mother Betty Ruby. He is survived by his wife of nearly 30 years, Patricia Pozz Ruby; his daughter, Chelsea Ruby Moody (Tom); son, Andrew Christian Ruby; father, Robert "Bob" Ruby; brother, Doug Ruby (Tammy); mother-in-law, Carol Pozz; father-in-law, Jay Pozz (Karen); brother-in-law, Michael Pozz (Maria); sister-in-law, Jennifer Pozz (Keith Dotson); nieces, Julie Pozz and Taylor Ruby; nephews, Brennan Ruby (Brittany), Michael and Steven Pozz; and many extended family and friends. Dave was a loving husband and father and a friend to many. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 28 2017 from 5-8 p.m., with a Masonic Service at 7:30 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER GROVE CITY CHAPEL, 3920 Broadway, where the funeral service will be held on Thursday at 1 p.m. Burial is at Concord Cemetery, Grove City, OH. Contributions in Dave's memory may be made to: The University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute for melanoma research. Checks can be mailed to UPCI Cancer Center Development Office, UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Suite 1B, 5150 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jun. 25 to Jun. 27, 2017.

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Mary Ann Leach Higgins

November 27, 2017

Bryan and I just saw this. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry we missed the ceremony. You are all like family to me, thinking of you and sending .

Jeff Salyers

June 28, 2017

I was sorry to hear of Dave's passing. The world will miss his contagious smile and sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends.

Jeff Salyers WHS 77

maggi Barclay

June 27, 2017

David you will be missed. you always had a great smile and you were such a caring person. your legacy will not be forgotten. It was a pleasure working with you

Sharon Aliff

June 27, 2017

Patty, Chelsea and Drew,
From the first day I met Dave he was nice, genuine and caring.
Our love and prayers are with all of you.
Sharon and Kevin Aliff

Jennifer Deshong

June 27, 2017

I worked with David over 9 years and am deeply saddened by the news of his passing. My heart felt condolences to his family and friends.

Judy Osborne

June 27, 2017

Party so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our thoughts and prayers to you, Chelsea and Drew.

Judy and Butch Osborne

Alissa Grashel

June 27, 2017

My sincere condolences to all family and friends whose lives were impacted by Dave.
There will always be stories to share and memories to cherish.
Alissa Grashel, WHS Class of 77

Dawn Fleshman

June 27, 2017

Patty, Chelsea and Drew,
I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was a wonderful guy. He always had a smile on his face. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Dawn and Gene

Nancy and Brad Laver

June 26, 2017

Patty, Chelsea, and Andrew,
We are so sorry to learn of Dave's passing. May he rest in peace.

Theresa Fox

June 26, 2017

Mr Ruby and Doug and family. I was so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. I remember him from West in the marching band. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Theresa Fox and Family

Lisa Rees

June 26, 2017

Patty, Phil and I are so sad to hear about Dave. He will always be remembered as a class act and a great family man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

June 26, 2017

Dave was an outstanding individual with an infectious smile along with a great voice and the ability to read music easily. Dave became a friend when I returned to Glenwood United Methodist Church and rejoined the chancel choir.

Our sympathy to his wife, children, father, brother and the rest of his extended family.

Dave will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Roger and Connie Wolfe

Jeff & Linda Mabrey

June 26, 2017

Paty, Chelsea and Andrew

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this hard time. May you feel God's comforting arms with you now and in the near future.

alice kinsinger

June 26, 2017

Dear Patty and Andrew- we are praying for you at this sorrowful time.
Our deepest sympathy- Steve, Alice and Wyatt Kinsinger

June 26, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was a good man and many will miss him. My prayers will be with you Patty and the entire family. - Lila Munsey

Brian Buchan

June 26, 2017

Patty my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your children .

June 26, 2017

Love and prayers to your family. Love Stacey Haller

Carol Ingle

June 26, 2017

Patty, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time of your loss.

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Schoedinger Norris Grove City

4242 Hoover Road, Grove City, OH 43123

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29

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Schoedinger Norris Grove City

4242 Hoover Road, Grove City, OH 43123

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