Ruby Maye Morris

Ruby Maye Morris, 93, of Stanardsville, Va., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at Evergreene Meadows. Ruby was born June 18, 1915, to the late Frank and Ellen Wampler Morris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved brother, Galen Morris; her infant sister, Lola Morris; and a great-nephew, Charlie Morris. Ruby is survived by her sister-in-law, Pauline Morris; niece, Ellen Deane and her husband, Carroll; niece, Barbara Ballard and her husband, Wayne; and nephew, Steve Morris and his wife, Sharon. She is also survived by six great-nieces and nephews; as well as 12 great-grand nephews. As a young adult she attended Bridgewater College. Later she moved to Roanoke, Va., and worked for Shenandoah Life Insurance Company. She spent many hours visiting the elderly. Ruby attended Central United Brethren Church where she kept the nursery for over 30 years. She loved to travel and was active in the local Pilot Club. Ruby moved back to Stanardsville seven years ago and attended Stanardsville United Methodist Church. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at the Stanardsville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Catharine Guest officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. The family suggests donations be made to the Evergreene Activities Fund, 422 William Mills Drive, Stanardsville, Va. 22973 or a charity of one's choice. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Evergreene Meadows, Dr. Brooke Bostic and Hospice of the Piedmont for their loving care. Arrangements by Ryan Funeral Home, 12819 Spotwood Trail, Ruckersville, Va., vgreene.com/ryanfuneralhome