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Ruby R. (Miller) Burns, 54, of Kutztown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, in the inpatient hospice unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, surrounded by her family.
She was the loving wife of Herbert E. Burns, whom she married on Valentine's Day. Born in
Allentown, Ruby was a daughter of the late Paul E. and Marjorie M. (Hinkle) Miller.
She attended Emmaus High School. Ruby was employed by Turkey Hill Minit Market, as a manager at their
Kutztown location, for five years, and prior to that, as a clerk at their Fleetwood location, also for five years.
Ruby was an avid racing fan who especially looked
forward to attending the weekly Saturday night races at Grandview Speedway, Bechtelsville. Ruby enjoyed listening to the country music at Alburtis Park in the summertime, traveling to the casinos and dancing.
Most importantly, Ruby was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother, who always put her family's needs before her own.
In addition to her husband, Herbert, Ruby is survived by her five children: Nathan E. Burns, Kutztown, Heather M. Burns, fiancée of Robert J. Benner, Allentown, Jeremy M. Burns, Kutztown, Joshua A., husband of Amanda S. (Leibensperger) Burns, Kutztown, and Haley N. Burns, Kutztown; ten grandchildren: Elijah, Makayla, Jaylin, Chevelle, Kolton, Nirvana, Layla, Aliyah, Josiah and Alyssah; and four step-grandchildren: Gabby, Alexandra, Blaze and Gavin; and a half-brother, Charles Reph,
Allentown.
A funeral service to celebrate Ruby's life will be held on Sunday, May 7, 2017. at 2:00 p.m. in Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc., 333 Greenwich Street, Kutztown, with
Reverend Jane M. Kropa officiating. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Sunday from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be private in
Longswamp Union Cemetery, Mertztown.
The family requests that donations be made to Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., P.O. Box 292, Kutztown, PA 19530-0292, to help defray the medical and final expenses for
Ruby.
Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.ludwickfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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My daughter and me
Daniel Burns jr
May 7, 2017
During my childhood she was the greatest aunt I could have, even on my days of sadness she always cheered me up. Though my deepest apologies for not continuing my time with her since my time of creating a family of my own, I will always love her and be remember in my heart forever. Love Daniel Burns jr and family.
Matt Hess
May 5, 2017
RIP Ruby.Will miss that smile she always had.Celebrate her life,what a great woman.
Sherry Sacks
May 4, 2017
My condolences to Ruby's family and all that loved her. Ruby was always such a fun, sweet and loving person. RIP Ruby.
Susan Hurst
May 4, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Ruby was a sweet person. She will certainly be missed.
With Sympathy,
Susan Hurst
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Carol Haas
May 4, 2017
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. RIP Ruby.
Barbara Rehrig
May 4, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
May 4, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Gary Bassler
May 4, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. I am praying for the whole family. A very sad lesson learned about keeping in touch we do love you and miss all of you so much.
Lori Williams
May 4, 2017
Ruby was a very nice lady she would do anything for you , I got the chance to work with her at Fleetwood Turkey Hill it was never a full moment she always talked about her kids and grandkids,she will be missed extremely,
Nancy Eisenhard
May 4, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to your family.
Nancy & Dennis Eisenhard
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