Search by Name

Search by Name

BORN

1937

DIED

2024

FUNERAL HOME

The Runge Mortuary and Crematory

838 East Kimberly Road

Davenport, Iowa

Ruby McCartney Obituary

Ruby L. McCartney

July 6, 1937 - June 26, 2024

Ruby L. McCartney, 86, of Davenport, IA, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at Crossroads Independent Baptist Church, 21141 Scott Park Rd. Davenport, IA. Visitation will begin one hour prior. She will be laid to rest in Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Macular Degeneration Association.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.rungemortuary.com.

Ruby was born on July 6, 1937 to Howard "Mac" and Ruby (Kelly) McDaniel in Iowa City, IA. On June 21, 1969, she was united in marriage to Thomas McCartney.

Ruby enjoyed quilting, painting, and spending as much time as she could with her grandkids.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 54 years, Tom; children: Martin Cubbage, Tammy West, Claudy Cubbage, Dianna (Gordon) Graham, and David (Trena) McCartney; grandchildren: Rebecca, Cassandra, Michael, Annie, Zachary T., LeAnna, Craig, Tiffany, Shane, Melissa, Gabriel, A.J., Kelly, Zachary G., and Mia; great-grandchildren: Breanna, Bella, Phoenix, Makai, Kaden, Mason, Jaxon, Scarlett, Bentley, Sadie, Ellyette, Micah, Andrew, Viktoria, Wesley, Isaac, Cayden, Rachael, Levi, Natasha, Max, Tara, Evelyn, and Lilith Ruby.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Wayne Cubbage, Jr.; sisters: Delores Hopper, Donna Kulp, and Nancy McDaniel; and brother, Gene McDaniel.

Published by Quad-City Times on Jun. 28, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruby McCartney

Sponsored by The Runge Mortuary and Crematory.

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

Bill and Cindy Koeppel

June 28, 2024

Bill and me are in shock of her passing and wish well on her glory in heaven. Oh our deepest sympathy to the whole family.

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Memorial Events
for Ruby McCartney

Jul

2

Visitation

10:00 a.m.

Crossroads Independent Baptist Church

21141 Scott Park Rd, Davenport, IA

Jul

2

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Crossroads Independent Baptist Church

21141 Scott Park Rd., Davenport, IA

Funeral services provided by:

The Runge Mortuary and Crematory

838 East Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA 52807

How to support Ruby's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Ruby McCartney's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more