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2016
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RUBY O'LEARY Obituary
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Debra Nichols
January 27, 2020
I miss Ruby everyday. Everywhere I look at home reminds me of her as many items were bought from her, most with a story. I went in to buy one retablo in the mid 90s. I became hooked both retablos and Ruby.
I enjoyed sitting with her for hours at a time and over the years saw how she helped people in different ways some by giving information about something brought in or buying for the store and the relationships with vendors she knew and cared for. She loaned people having a hard time money. She helped others interested in various aspects of the business which she always loved but often advised others to really think about before getting into.
I enjoyed watching people react to her, some thought her gruff or grumpy. If only they knew her like so many of us did. Ruby was super sharp so those who thought they might get something by her were in for a big surprise! She could read people like no one else.
What was most enjoyable though were the many stories about her childhood, her Daddy, and her kids. Stories of Flash the station wagon cruising by parties to let her kids know she knew where they were. Her nickname Bleacher Butt due to being at games etc for her kids even attending more than one in a day. Ruby lit up when she spoke of her children. A lot of love there.
Ruby was a great friend, and unforgettable person.
Jeff Beitler
February 18, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ron & Silvia Schade
February 4, 2016
Thank you for being a good friend and thank you for helping Ron from Ron's Southwestern Treasures learn about being a business owner in the Antique field. We will miss coming to your store and sitting with you as you graciously taught Ron about being an Antique vendor. I am so sorry that the world has lost an another historian. Love Ron and Silvia Schade
Sherrie Stoecker
February 4, 2016
My mom and I send our deepest condolences to your entire family for the loss of such a great woman.
Jimmy and Betty Kollar
January 30, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Ruby was always so sweet and kind to everyone, not only family. I remember she made a baby shower for me 40+ years ago. I was so grateful for all she did for us. We will miss her. May her soul rest in peace.
Jim Hartman
January 28, 2016
Hi, Lanette, DeAnne, Stacy, Karen, et al... This is Jim in Florida. I was so sorry to hear the news about Ruby. She was truly a great friend, teacher, mentor, and such a wonderful friend when Sharon passed.
I was just thinking today she said many times that when her time came, she wanted to be right there in her store with all of her junk, and I'll be damned if that's not what happened!
I am sure that she is at peace now and already organizing a good time with all of her friends. Save me a place, Ruby... I'll be there some day.........
Condolences and hugs to all, Jim Hartman
Mary Lou Alcorn
January 28, 2016
Ruby was a dear, long-time friend and I will miss her. My condolences to all and hope all those good memories are a big comfort.
January 28, 2016
Our thoughts are with the family of Ruby a very beloved friend who will be greatly missed as there are so few like her, truly one of a kind lady who was friends to so many and whether help, advice, or a good story was needed I knew who to go to as many of us have over the years. For my Husband and me it was an honor to Have Ruby as a friend.
We enjoyed her wit, independence, knowledge, the love she had for family and the lucky ones who got to know her. Rest in peace beautiful friend.
Dr. Bob & Debra Nichols
Leanne Allen Chappell
January 27, 2016
Sorry for your loss. Very fond memories of your mom and your little home around the block Karen, my heart goes out in prayer for you and your brother and sisters. God bless us everyone.
January 27, 2016
My sincere condolences to the O'Leary family. Ruby was certainly 'one of a kind' and I mean that in the most sincere way.
I have such fond memories of Ruby and her whole family as there was never a dull moment...
Doniphan, nor El Paso for that matter, will ever be the same.
Rest in peace Ruby....you will be missed.
Sincerely,
Deano Emons, Jr.
Robert Payne
January 27, 2016
I can hardly remember a time when I didn't know the fun-loving O'Learys - a family overflowing with love and life, and headed up by the incomparable Ruby. Truly, you were a force of nature and a second mother to me. I will miss you greatly!
Marty Long`
January 27, 2016
You were certainly a one of a kind lady that was loved by many.
Rest in peace, sweet lady
Michele LeMaitre
January 27, 2016
Our condolences to all of you. I'll always remember Ruby at her shop, Ruby loading a ton of us in her station wagon to go watch Tommy play football, laughing with her at her condo after the Fairway house. So many beautiful memories of a wonderful woman. She will be missed.
Tom Payne
January 26, 2016
My sincere condolences to my friends whom I consider family. We all go back so far. I'm so sorry to hear and read about Ruby passing. May she rest in peace with the Lords embrace. Myself and my family love you. Always know that our thoughts and prayers with you.
God Bless you all.
Tom Payne
Virginia Calamia
January 26, 2016
Ruby was an amazing Mother and business Woman. There was always so much energy in the Oleary home. I have many fun memories. Ruby, you will be missed. .
Keith Coleman
January 26, 2016
Condolences to all of the O'Leary family. Your mother was a great lady. When we were growing up and in school together I remember seeing her at every event where one of the O's were competing or participating. She was always there and was so kind and supportive.
Jeannie Conklin
January 26, 2016
She will be greatly missed...she was an asset to the antique community...RIP, Ruby....will never forget you, and all that I learned from you.
January 26, 2016
She will be missed she was a great lady we all loved her very much
ed &judy kollar
January 26, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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