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Ruby Lewis Obituary
Mrs. Ruby H. Lewis, 87, of Box Springs, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 30, 2024. Graveside services will be held on Monday, September 2, 2024, at 9:30 AM in Buena Vista Cemetery.
Mrs. Lewis was born September 11, 1936, in Arlington, GA to Elton and Roxie Rolland Harrison. She was a member of Fort Perry Baptist Church. Mrs. Lewis loved to spend time outdoors, especially in the garden. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James F. Lewis and two sons, Danny Lewis and Carlos Lewis.
Survivors include her children, Jimmy and Veronika Lewis and Ricky and Mary Lewis, all of Box Springs; a sister, Judy Dykes of Vidalia, GA; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Way-Watson Funeral Home, 1052 Dr. Deryl Hart Road, Buena Vista, Georgia has been entrusted with these arrangements.
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1052 Dr. Deryl Hart Road P. O. Box 382, Buena Vista, GA 31803
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