Search by Name

Search by Name

Ruby Darliss Dee

Ruby Darliss Dee obituary

FUNERAL HOME

Ruby Dee Obituary

Ruby Dee LUBBOCK-Ruby Darliss Dee of Lubbock passed away on Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, at the age of 80. She was born on Nov. 5, 1933, in Lindale, Texas, to John William and Ora Alice (Collum) McDaniel. Ruby worked as a supervisor for Southwestern Bell in El Paso for more than 30 years before retiring. She married Michael Duane Dee on Jan. 5, 1956, in Mexico. The couple moved to Lubbock in 2004. Ruby was a member of the Eastern Star and of the Protestant faith. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of more than 58 years, Michael; two daughters, Jaynie Ruth Dee of Lubbock, and Melonee Susan Dee of Austin; and brother, George Clint McDaniel of Grand Prairie. Ruby had three grandchildren, Casey Taggart (Kristi), Cody Taggart (Taylor Loflin), and Kendall Taggart, Jr. and three great-grandchildren, Caden, Drayven and Kamdyn Taggart. Ruby was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings. Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2014, at Combest Family Memorial Chapel. Services are scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, 2014, at Combest Family Memorial Chapel with interment to follow in Peaceful Gardens Memorial Park. Please celebrate the life of Ruby by visiting www.combestfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal on Aug. 27, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruby Dee

Not sure what to say?





Nora

August 23, 2023

I sure do miss you lovely person. I have no one to talk to. I´m kind of bored. I talk to you every night on my prayers. You were my best aunt ever I love you so much and you are so very much miss. I hope you and uncle Dee are together and mom. I miss her too a lot my heart breaks and Michelle she should not have gone up in to heaven And I hope you´re with Bill too. I love you so much. I just can´t describe how much I miss you your niece, nora

Nora

August 30, 2014

for eternity

Debbie Markwardt

August 29, 2014

I love you Aunt Fritzi and until the day we meet again, you are forever in my heart!

August 29, 2014

You have been an awesome and an amazing aunt. We have been very Blessed to have you in life. I will miss you and our phone conversations that went on for hours. I always felt lucky to be related to you. God she has arrived please take special care of Aunt Fritzi we love you until we met again
love
Nora and Michelle

Shirley Williams

August 29, 2014

You and your family have my deepest sympathy and prayers! Take comfort in knowing your mother is resting in the arms of Jesus!!!

Ed Risinger

August 28, 2014

The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God. I'm sure Fritzi is whispering to you now.

Larry Hanrahan

August 28, 2014

Susan (and the rest of the Dee family),
Your momma must have been proud of the job she did in raising you.

Our condolences -
Catherine and Larry Hanrahan

Jaynie Dee

August 27, 2014

I. Love you Mom. My heart is forever broken. I will never be tbe same. I miss you

Cheri Devine

August 27, 2014

Jaynie, Susan and Mr. Dee we send our deepest sympathies. You and your entire family are in our prayers. With love, Hugh and Cheri Devine

August 27, 2014

Jaynie-Our deepest sympathy you are in our thoughts and prayers
love, Norm & Rod

Kathleen Garcia

August 27, 2014

Susan, Our Deepest Sympathy to You and Your Family in the loss of your dear Mom. Our Love and prayers are with all of you today and in the days that follow. I loved her smile and witnessed her devotion to her Family. Much Love, Kathy and Frank Garcia and Family.

Showing 1 - 12 of 12 results

Make a Donation
in Ruby Dee's name

Memorial Events
for Ruby Dee

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Combest Family Funeral Homes and Crematory - Lubbock

2210 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79401

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 Dee'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

Sponsored