Ruby Jane (Smith) Johnson

Ruby Jane (Smith) Johnson obituary, Fort Wayne, IN

Ruby Jane (Smith) Johnson

Ruby (Smith) Johnson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 3, 2024.
Obituary:

Ruby Jane (Smith) Johnson, 98, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on April 29, 2024, in Fort Wayne. She was born on May 15, 1925, in Huntington, Indiana.

Ruby was the beloved wife of the late Mr. Johnson. She was a loving mother survived by her sons Charles Smith of Fort Wayne, Trent (Shirley) Smith of Columbia City, and daughter Kathy (Doug) Sauers of Columbia City. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law Lisa Smith, along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter Amelia Jane Mc Coart and son John P Smith.

In her career, Ruby was the Executive Housekeeper for Ramada Inn for over 30 years. She was known for her hard work and dedication to her profession.

Ruby was a vibrant soul who enjoyed going to the casino, indulging in Peanut M & M's, and teasing her great and great-great-grandchildren. She will be fondly remembered for her lively spirit and warm heart.

Per Ruby's wishes, there will be no public services. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honor and remember her remarkable life.

Memorial donations in Ruby's honor can be made to the Humane Society of Whitley County.

The Keller Mortuary Service, Llc in Lapel, Indiana, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

Ruby will be dearly missed by all who knew her, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched. May she rest in peace.

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October 4, 2025

Kennedey Taylor posted to the memorial.

May 9, 2024

Katherine Sauers posted to the memorial.

May 8, 2024

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Kennedey Taylor

October 4, 2025

Hi Aunt Ruby! It's your niece, kennedey. I hope you are enjoying seeing your brother, aka my grandpa Zezula, and your mom, Leota, and your dad.

Love You! Fly High

Your great neice kennedey

Katherine Sauers

May 9, 2024

Celebration of Life July 27, 2024 from 1-4. The home of Doug and Kathy Sauers 7410 E Heritage Trail, Columbia City Indiana 46725-0068.

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Kathy Sauers

May 8, 2024

Mom enjoyed spending time at our house when we lived at the lake and our new home. She enjoyed spending time teasing the grandchildren and the great grandchildren and watching our dogs and helping in any way she could. She looked forward to the holidays at our house and seeing all the family here. Her favorite thing was to tease Doug! I will miss you sitting at my bar waiting for your Dippy eggs and coffee and asking if I had towels she could fold

Linda Ryan

May 5, 2024

Ruby enjoyed her life and loved the casino. I remember going to Vegas years ago when she would tip the ladies behind the machines. She won 30k when I was there. Rest in peace, Ruby.

Callie Smith

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Callie Smith

May 3, 2024

Grandma Ruby was such an amazing grandmother and great grandmother to us. We had a lot of fun times at her house in Huntington for the holidays or just to hangout. I was always a huge fan of her cooking, especially, her deviled eggs. I loved that she came to my games and told me that I reminded her of my dad, since he was a great softball player when he was younger. I'm glad we stopped by to hangout and catch up while we watched the women's national championship game a couple weeks ago. Lillian misses you a lot and wishes you were here. There are so many amazing memories with you. We will miss you so much. We love you! (Callie, Brian, Lillian, Callen)

Lisa Smith

May 3, 2024

Ruby was my first boss. She kept saying that I should meet her son John. I finally did and we ended up spending 43 years together and had 3 beautiful children! That´s how she changed my life for the better! She could always make you laugh with her hysterical sense of humor! We love you Ruby and you will be forever missed.

Tam Coke

May 3, 2024

Ruby was my first boss and she was great! She instilled a good work ethic while making work a fun place to be. She changed lives in positive ways! My best friend Lisa and I are proof of this. She will be missed by many.

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