Toby Ruben

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Toby Ruben

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Toby Ruben Obituary

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Date of Passing: February 20, 2026
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Toby Ruben nee Kipper, 84, beloved wife of the late Melvin Ruben and adored companion of Eli Shupe; loving mother of Audrey Somers, Robin (Tim) McCarrick and Neal (Laurie) Ruben; cherished grandma of Nichole Somers, Ashley Somers, Matthew (Heather) McCarrick, Adam McCarrick, Ray Ruben and Rebecca Ruben; devoted daughter of the late Sara and Israel Kipper; dear sister of the late Phyllis Gallantin and Eric Kipper; treasured aunt, cousin and friend of many. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Chapel service Thursday 2:00 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. For the link to virtually view the service and to send condolences, www.shalommemorial.org and (847) 255-3520.

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Shalom Memorial Funeral Home - Arlington Heights

1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004-9607

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1700 West Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

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