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Carroll - Ruby E. Johnston, 81, of Carroll, Ohio went to be with her Lord and Savior at the Pickering House on Sunday, November 10, 2019 surrounded by her family. Ruby was born on November 6, 1938 at her home in Tarlton, Ohio to Danzel and Georgia Bell. She graduated from Carroll High School (Bloom Carroll High School) in 1956 and married Carroll E. Johnston on November 9, 1958. Carroll and Ruby were married 61 years. Ruby is preceded in death by her parents, Danzel and Georgia (Hedges) Bell and her sister Nancy (Bell) Lamb.
Ruby is survived by her husband Carroll E. Johnston, son David (Jeanne) Johnston, daughter Brenda (David) DeLong, her four grandchildren: Jeremy (Tora) Johnston, Josh (Amy Bay-Kirby) Johnston, DeAnne Johnston (Nathan White) and Brian (Kaitlyn) DeLong, her eight great grandchildren: Henry and Oliver Johnston, Darren Johnston, Aubri, Dominick and Camden Johnston and Chase and Emma DeLong. As well as two nieces Lisa Duvall and Amy Manlief, three nephews Raymond McCandlish, Steve Whittington and Donny Lamb along with three sister in-laws, Patty Johnston, Lida Miller and Alberta Whittington and two brother in-laws, Ed Miller and Irvin Lamb.Ruby worked at Bloom Carroll Schools as a bus driver and cook for over 40 years. Ruby was passionate about the kids at school and consistently made them special treats. After retirement Ruby enjoyed spending time with her husband Carroll, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and her entire family holding many memorable family gatherings at their home. Ruby was a member of Fairfield Christian Church where she served in many capacities and sang in the choir. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Ruby's many loving caregivers in the past week at the Pickering House, FairHoPe Hospice & Palliative Care of Lancaster. Family & friends may visit on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from 11:00-12:00 at Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home in Lancaster, where a funeral service will follow at 12:00. Family & friends who wish may contribute to FairHoPe Hospice & Palliative Care in her memory. Ruby will be laid to rest at Betzer Cemetery, Carroll, Ohio.
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Tom and Nancy Ebbrecht
November 15, 2019
Carroll and Family,
You have our heartfelt condolences for the
loss of Ruby. She was a wonderful lady, and
so thoughtful.
Tom and Nancy Julian Ebbrecht
Westerville, Ohio
Misty Endsley-Ball
November 15, 2019
Carroll, Brenda and Dave~
There are no words. I mourn with you.
We have to be mindful that some things can't be fixed and not all wounds are meant to heal. We move forward, but it doesn't mean we've moved on. Ruby will always be with us and bring us joy as we remember her in all we do.
With praise, gratitude and mostly love,
Norma George
November 14, 2019
I was privileged to know Ruby in the choir at Fairfield Christian Church. She was such a sweet and kind lady. My sympathy and prayers to Carroll and family. Norma George
Mark Boso
November 12, 2019
Ruby was a great woman who worked with my Mother for many years. I have many great memories of her. God bless you!
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Paul and Virginia Guisinger
November 12, 2019
To the Johnston family
Our sympathy at the passing of Ruby. She was a
busy lady, always so congenial when seeing her.
Matt Archibald
November 12, 2019
Ruby certainly enjoyed singing and praising the Lord. I always enjoyed having her in the Fairfield choir! Now she is celebrating her new life as a Child of God. She is healed and in HIS holy presence.
November 12, 2019
Condolences and prayers for the family...Jackie
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Charlie/Bill/Fischer Gutekunst
November 11, 2019
Carroll, So sorry to read of Ruby's passing. Please accept our condolences.
Anne. Fricker. Steiner
November 11, 2019
Brenda so sorry to hear bout your mom
Rose Mandigo
November 11, 2019
Brenda and David, I am sorry to hear of Brenda's mom's passing. There are no words to comfort but know how amazing both of you were in taking care of her.
A mother's love is always with her children. Losing a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But her goodness, her caring, and her wisdom live on-like a legacy of love that will always be with you. May that love surround you now and bring you peace.
Rose and Bob Mandigo
Linda Houchard
November 11, 2019
I loved her, too. She will be sorely missed.
Don Lamb
November 11, 2019
She lived a life that was an example to us all. So many wonderful memories of time spent with her and my family. Just all around great woman
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