Doris Ruby Obituary
Age 98; died on June 22, 2025.
Doris lived in Fargo, ND with her husband Kenneth from 1959 to 2012. She then moved to Shoreview, MN to be near her girls.
Preceded in death by husband, Kenneth; her siblings; and son-in-law, Michael Gaydos.
Survived by daughters, Janis Pyle and Martha Gaydos; grandchildren, Andrew Pyle, Kathryn (Andrew) Mickelson; Kevin (Erin) Gaydos; great-grandchildren, Olivia and Lucy Mickelson; and sister-in-law, Debbie Bass.
Private interment in Iowa.
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7050 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes, MN 55014
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