Ruby J Waters Barbee

Ruby J Waters Barbee obituary

Ruby J Waters Barbee

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Ruby Waters Barbee Obituary

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Ruby J. Barbee, 72, of Rossville, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at her home surrounded by family. Ruby was born on February 28, 1953. Ruby deeply loved her family, and she will be greatly missed. She had a big heart for all cats and always made a place for them in her home.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Wiley C. and Lola (Key) Waters; her sister, Margaret Waters; and her brothers, John, David, Jess and Sam Waters.

Ruby is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Richard Barbee; her children, Lamar (Keysha) Barbee, Kim (Shea) Johnson; her grandchildren, Ashlynn Barbee, Will Johnson, and Samantha Johnson; and her great-grandchildren, Enzly and A'nyzah.

Condolences may be sent to www.lane-southcrestchapel.com.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home.

Arrangements by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, 833 Chickamauga Ave., Rossville, GA 30741.
Lane Funeral Home and Crematory - South Crest Chapel - Rossville

833 Chickamauga Avenue, Rossville, GA 30741

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833 Chickamauga Avenue, Rossville, GA 30741

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