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Billy Ruby Obituary
No services are planned. View-ing and cremation have taken place under the direction of Chapel of Chimes Funeral Home.
Survivors include his mother, Sharon Ruby of Great Falls; the mothers of his children; daughters Kara Lynn Nielsen of Lehigh, Utah, and Ashley Ruby of Stockett; sons Kendrick Ruby of Ogden, Utah, and Shawn Ruby of Stockett; a sister, Liz Hutchings of Vancouver, Wash.; and a brother, Tim Jackson of Great Falls.
Billy was born on an early evening Oct. 25, 1972, in Great Falls, joining his brother and sister. This small family of four stayed together, sharing their love.
Billy loved life and had more fun than the law allows. His joy was working on his stock car with his brother and family. Billy had many friends and enjoyed working with them. He loved working in the woods. He was an adventurer, going to work with his friends in New Orleans and Florida to help after Katrina. He will be greatly missed by his family. They will always love him. The bright red sun on the evening he died was his way of saying goodbye and hello to a new adventure.
Condolences may be posted online at www.gftribune.com/obituaries.
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Memories and Condolences
for Billy Ruby
Billy Lester Ruby, Fairbanks, Alaska 1978
April Chapman
August 4, 2007
Dear Auntie Sharon,Timmy, and Lizzie,all my love, prayers, and thoughts go out to you. I feel so blessed to have got to know Billy, while I was visiting last year. The last time I seen him was when this picture was taken in Fairbanks (1978). I love you all very much and I will be there as soon as I can. Love April.
Ric Rosa
August 3, 2007
To the family of Bill Ruby,
I just heard the news and wanted to send my condolences. I lived with Bill along with Brian here in Las Vegas. It was the bachelor pad. The three of us were the best of friends and we shared a lot of good times. The first thing that came to mind is all the good laughs we had and the nights struggling to finish "Driver" the video game. I use to love kickin it with him rappin about cars. Bill, you will always be missed in my heart, man.
Luana Johnson
July 29, 2007
To the Family of Billy Ruby:
I was so sorry to hear of Billy's accident. He was a gentle soul. I have some pictures of Billy racing at the track in Great Falls and would love to give them to you. I knew him from the track and he enjoyed his racing...maybe it was that big warm smile that showed how much he enjoyed himself. If you would like the pictues you can contact me and I will gladly send them to you.
Brian thorne
July 28, 2007
Omg,
I had a dream of Bill this morning
I am Brian from las vegas. He meant the world to me, I love you Bill we shared so many great times together
Love You Always,
Brian Thorne ( your best friend in vegas)
Jessica Reese-Wager
July 25, 2007
On this day a shooting star burned out..My heart is sad at this loss of a wonderful friend.
Cory Fine
July 24, 2007
Liz, My heart goes out to you and your family. Losing a loved is never easy. May you find comfort in each other and in your memories. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Cory Fine (Hutchings), Josh and Cayman
Christine Ganger
July 23, 2007
Dannelle and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even begin to imagine your hurts at this time. You're in our prayers.
Beth Phillips
July 23, 2007
Sharon, Liz and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God Bless you and your family.
Liz Hutchings
July 22, 2007
Dearest Billy,
You had and will always have a heart of gold. You went out of your way for those in need. Not only that but everyone had a great time around you and enjoyed your infectious love of life. As your "little sis" I will always remember the tall, handsome man you were and one who ALL the girls loved.
You loved your children more then anything and worked really hard to make sure they had what they needed. And in true Billy style made sure they had fun in life too!
Billy, you had a lot of energy, a lot of fun and you were the happiest person I know.
Your one of a kind "little bro." I'm missing you! Until we met again.
Lizzy
vickie tracy
July 20, 2007
Dear Sharon and Family
I know how much you loved Billy he was a fine young man and my family all loved him. Kendrick is so much like him.We hope you like the poem.god be with you and your family. you're in our prayers
keep in touch BRUCE & Vickie Tracy and family.
vickie tracy
July 20, 2007
DADDY
Distance never separates all hearts that really care. for memories spans the mile, and in seconds we are really there.I hear your voice, I see your smile and deep inside I know that Daddy remains a part of me where ever I may go.So I can visit anytime no matter when or where for distance never separates all hearts that really care. I Love You Daddy
Kendrick Ruby, Michelle and Kelley and family Bruce & Vickie Tracy
Keith & Kirt Laughlin
Oly
July 19, 2007
I know times are hard now ,our sadness at the loss of our friend ,and the great loss of your family is unbounded .We want to express our sympathies and wish you better to come....
Rona Jones
July 19, 2007
Danelle,
I am so sorry for you Shawn and Ashley. I am sorry for the loss for the whole family! You are in our thoughts and prayers! I know nothing we can say can help. Just know we love you all!
TERI & CURTIS BOUTTIER
July 18, 2007
WE SEND OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY, AND PRAYERS OUT TO ALL OF BILLLY'S CHILDREN, FRIENDS, AND LOVED ONES. WE PRAY THAT GOD WILL BRING ALL OF YOU COMFORT, AND A REPRIEVE FROM YOUR SORROW.
WE ARE TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Thanksgiving 1973 - I will always remember how much fun Billy was having that day.
Linda Teegardin
July 18, 2007
Aunt Sharon, Tim and Liz; My love, prayers and thoughts are with you all. Soon I will be home to provide comfort and hugs in person. I didn't get to spend much time with Billy after my move to Alaska; so most of my memories are of when we were both children. I am posting two photographs from that time. The first was taken at your house on Thanksgiving, I was 11 and Billy was 1. The second was taken at our house, I believe right before our move to Alaska. Love, Linda
July 18, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Billy Will Be missed by us all at Sky Blu Foundations.
Richard, Sue, Richie, Shawn, Christophor, Donald Azure, Lloyd Cleland Jr.
Rogan Ferguson
July 17, 2007
Billy was one of my best friends, and one of the cornerstones of my youth, growing up in Great Falls. I loved him, and I will miss him. My heart reaches out to Sharon, who played mother to both of us, keeping us (mostly) out of trouble. Take care of yourself Sharon. Billy remains in our hearts and memories.
The congregation at Calvary Chapel of Great Falls
July 17, 2007
We offer our deepest condolences as you grieve the loss of Billy and may the abiding love and infinite strength of Our Savior Jesus go with you each day.
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