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Ruby Creed Obituary
Ruby Jane Creed, nee Watson, 81, died May 28, 2008 at her home in Leelanau County, MI. Ruby was born on May 21, 1927 in Cleveland, OH to the late Robert and Sarah Watson. She married Bennett C. Creed Jr. on April 7, 1951 in Hinsdale, IL. Ruby was a longtime resident of Hinsdale, having attended school there from grade school through her graduation from Hinsdale High School. She went on to earn her Bachelor's Degree from Wheaton College in Norton, MA and her RN from the College of DuPage in Elmhurst, IL. Ruby was active with Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts and the Hinsdale Humane Society, and was a longtime member of Chicago's Art Institute, where she also served for many years as a volunteer. She worked as a pediatric nurse for several years at the University of Illinois Hospital in Chicago after earning her degree. She was an accomplished golfer, an avid gardener, devoted Cubs fan and loved walks in the woods with her dog, Cubby. Ruby will be greatly missed by her children, Bennett C. Creed III of Coconut Grove, FL, Skye (John) Wickland of Grand Rapids, MI and Cameron Creed of Austin, TX; her brother, Robert Watson of Bonners Ferry, ID; and her grandchildren, Skye, Courtney and Campbell. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Ben; and her son, Scott Watson Creed. A private graveside service was held at Bronswood Cemetery in Oak Brook IL. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Munson Hospice, 1105 6th Street, Traverse City, MI 49684. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City, MI and the Brust Funeral Home in Lombard, IL.
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Greg Baum
July 2, 2023
The Creed family is a special family and Mother Ruby was the captain of the home. I fondly recall all 3 of the Creed generations that I knew. Love, Greg Baum
Hugo Melvoin
June 7, 2008
Ruby provided her share--and more--of the sparks of inspiration and the glue that created and maintained the Peter Winston Friend Foundation. Agile, quick-witted, funny, strong-willed in matters close to her heart and indefatigible in getting the job done, Ruby's special brand of hard work and high jinks became an inseparable part of our lives. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Lois and Hugo Melvoin
Veronica Hess
June 7, 2008
Sympathy from Alan was meant to read 'from Alan & Ronnie'.
Richard Wharton
June 6, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Anita Holcomb
June 5, 2008
I considered Ruby a dear friend allthough we did not see a great deal of each other in the last ten years. My thoughts and sympathy are with you.
Alan Hess
June 4, 2008
Ruby was a classmate of ours - HTHS Class of '45. Alan remembers her as a neighbor of his with whom he walked to school. I remember her as a beautiful, warm person. Our sympathy to the family she left behind. She will be missed.
Carl and Marion Berry
June 2, 2008
To the Creed family,
We have many happy memories of our good times with Ruby and Ben.
Love and Sympathy from both of us.
NANCY HINCKLEY MOTTRAM
May 31, 2008
I HAVE MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF RUBY AND OUR HIGH SCHOOL DAYS, AM SORRY WE HAVE NOT BEEN IN CONTACT FOR MANY YEARS. BOB AND I SEND OUR SYMPATHYS TO ALL THE FAMILY.
James D. Haggerty
May 30, 2008
Skye,Binker & Cammeron: Your Mom was a great Lady! Your whole Family has so much in common with ours, it's not even funny. When your Dad passed in 2002, Debbie called me the morning of his service and unfortunatly, it was impossible for me to attend. Ruby is in a better place now. I now, when I saw Skye, last fall, that Ruby had many health issues. The three of you should thank The Good Lord, that you had your Mom & Dad, as long as you did. I loved coming over to the house on Glendale, and hanging out with The Creeds, I have many fond memories. Ruby lived a full life, full of many blessings. The World is a better place, because of her. Best Wishes Always Jim, Noreen & Jimmy Haggerty. Lemont, Illinois.
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