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Ruby Doby Obituary
PEORIA - Ruby Doby, 86, of Peoria passed away Saturday, April 19, 2014, at UnityPoint Health-Methodist in Peoria, Ill.
She was born on Oct. 2, 1927, in Pine Bluff, Ark., to Cecil and Bessie Cox.
Ruby was known for her outstanding cooking and amazing bowling skills. She belonged to a bowling league for many years and could throw a mean strike.
She was a faithful member of New Morning Star Baptist Church, where she worshiped and loved God.
Ruby leaves behind to cherish her precious memories, one son, Jessie Wingo of Peoria, Ill.; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Ruby was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ernest Doby; two sons, Albert and Alfred Cox; and two brothers, Willard Roddy and Charles Cox.
A homegoing celebration for Mrs. Doby will be Friday, April 25, 2014, at New Morning Star Baptist Church in Peoria, Ill. Officiating services will be Pastor Thomas. Service will begin at 12 noon, with visitation commencing one hour prior at 11 a.m., with burial at Parkview Cemetery.
Arrangements were made especially for Ruby's family and professionally directed by T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel.
Online condolences or words of encouragement can be made at www.twparkschapel.com.
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Darold & Debbie Pendleton
April 28, 2014
Jesse,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ruby will be greatly missed. She always made us feel loved and welcome in her home. I will always remember her laughter and hugs.
Love,
Darold and Debbie Pendleton
Shannon Galloway
April 25, 2014
I was so sad to hear that Mrs. Doby was gone. You were always so sweet to me and my family. My thoughts and prayers are with you Whistle.
Pastor Bessie Rush
April 25, 2014
Mom Doby, I will miss you dearly! You were such a blessing to all who knew you. You always greeted me with "God is Good". You are at rest now and one day we will meet again. Love you forever!
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Dyan Tyler
April 24, 2014
Whistle, I am extremely sorry for the loss of your precious mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Ms. Ruby will truly be missed by many. I will never forget the times we shared. She was a wonderfully exceptional lady. Prayers to you and the family and God bless you all.
jerome dorothy smith
April 24, 2014
from Mrs. Jerome and Dorthy Smith family to Doby and Cox family . She is in good hand with god. keep family in hour prayer
BARBARA MITCHEL-BEASLEY
April 24, 2014
I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER RUBY FOR HER FUNMAKING PERSONALITY, AND HER GOOD BOWLING SKILL,WHICH SHE ALWAYS MADE IT LOOK SO EASY TO DO,GODD BLESS THE FAMILY, AND KNOW THAT THEY ARE NOT ALONE AT THIS TIME.
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