Ruby Charlotte Van Stavern

Ruby Charlotte Van Stavern, 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 21, 2011, at The Yellow Rose in Midland, Texas. She was born on November 18, 1921, to Ima and Albert Hise in Ranger, Texas. She was Salutatorian of her class at Big Spring High School, attended South Plains College and Texas Tech University. She was a faithful member of the Church of Christ. Ruby was married to Earl Van Stavern for 64 years. She and her only sister, Dorothy, married twin brothers Earl and Mearl Van Stavern. The couples had two sons, each the same ages. Ruby practiced public accounting in Levelland for 47 years. After moving to Midland, she continued accounting and tax work for Van Stavern Interiors until her retirement. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ima and Albert Hise; sister, Dorothy Van Stavern; and husband, Earl Van Stavern. She is survived by her son, Larry Van Stavern of Dallas; James Van Stavern and wife, Debbie of Midland; grandchildren, Blade Van Stavern and wife, Ashley of Midland; Lauren Van Stavern Wall and husband, Matt of Midland; great grandchildren, Isabella and Halston Van Stavern, and Everett Wall of Midland. Also surviving are two special nephews, Robbie Van Stavern and his wife, Emily of Keller, Texas; and Monte Van Stavern and his wife, Gayle of Austin, Texas; as well as many numerous great nieces and nephews. Services will be Friday, June 24, 2011, at 10:00 a.m., at Golf Course Rd. Church of Christ. Family visitation will be Thursday at 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. A special thank you to the caring staff at The Yellow Rose and Hospice of Midland. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of Midland. Arrangements are under direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Condolences can be made at: ellisfunerals.com.