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Ruby Hanna Obituary
Ruby Lee Hanna, a long-time resident of Plains, Texas, died October 08, 2019. She was born in Williamson County on December 05, 1934, to John and Mary Kehl. She attended Catholic school in Granger, Texas until 8th grade and then attended public school in Taylor, Texas. In 1953, she moved to Morton, Texas, where she finished high school and married the love of her life, Lonny "Buddy" Hanna on February 11, 1953.
Buddy and Lee moved to Plains, Texas in 1958, where they made their home and raised their family. Together, in 1958, they opened Buddy's Auto Parts, selling auto parts and farm equipment parts for 45 years. Lee was an active member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Plains community for 61 years.
She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Rick (Sandra) Hanna of Hereford, Jan (Bruce) Lester of Plains, and Nick (Kelli) Hanna of Wall; eleven grandchildren Erik Hanna, Aaron (Blanca) Hanna, Brandy (Chris) Gayle, Dr. Jacob (Angie) Lester, Dr. Bronson Lester, Zane (Amy) Hanna, Bryce Hanna, Collin Hanna, Parker Hanna, Brady (Charly) Clark, Halli Hanna; and five great-grandchildren Conner Gayle, Abby Rodgers, Ava Lester, Harper Lester, and Rowan Hanna.
Lee was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Buddy Hanna, a sister Marie Poppelz, and great-granddaughter Catherine Hanna.
Holy Rosary will be October 11, 6:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plains.
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Irma Lazos-Kennedy
October 13, 2019
My deepest condolences in the loss of my sweet friend. I will miss seeing her beautiful smile at mass every time I returned home to visit! Rest In Peace, sweet Lee! Praying for you Nick, Jan, and Rick and your families.
Eva Lefner/ Bush
October 12, 2019
Sending my condolences and Prayers.
Karon Willis
October 11, 2019
I remember when Lee & Buddy sat with dad in the funeral home all night when he passed away. That was so sweet of them. Lee was always so kind & I know she will be greatly missed.
Pam Harper
October 11, 2019
Jan, Rick & Nick, Our hearts hurt for you ! We are so sad to hear of your Mother's passing! We Loved her too ! We Love all of you! We are so sorry that we can't be there with you ! Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will always treasure all of those Christmases we spent with all of you! May God give you Peace and hold you close as you grieve the loss of your sweet Mom!! Even though , we are so many miles away from you, please know that we are here for you!We Love you! Love,Melvin and Geraldine, Pam , Donna & Mark and families
Rocky and Elsa Moya
October 11, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Liz Chandler
October 11, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for you and your family.
Kathy Bell
October 11, 2019
Deepest Sympathy goes out to you and your families. Danny and Kathy Bell
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