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Ruby Reese Obituary
Springfield, IL—Ruby Reese 53, departed this life on July 15th 2020, at her home in Springfield Illinois. She was born on January 26th 1967 in Chicago Illinois at Michael Reese Hospital, Daughter of Jessie (Earlene) Hopson. She was preceded in death by her mother; Earlene Hopson.
Viewing Services Thursday July 30, 2020, 9:00am-11:00am. Ruby Funeral Services & Crematories, 1520 East Washington Street, Springfield, IL 62703.
Cremation will be provided by Ruby Funeral Services & Crematories.
In Lieu of Flowers send donations to Ruby Funeral Services & Crematories, 1520 East Washington Street, Springfield, IL 62703.
CDC guidelines will be followed allowing only 50 people or less at a time with SOCIAL DISTANCING PLEASE. FACE MASKS ARE REQUIRED PLEASE.
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Jackie Price and family
July 30, 2020
To the beautiful family of Squaw and all the daughters of Earlene:
Your deep abiding love of each and the Father in Heaven has served you well and will not fail you, ever. The condolences of your community are here to uplift you and provide support now and for the future as you grieve for this wonderful woman. Just know that you have another angel watching over you and walking beside you.
Nicole Harper
July 28, 2020
Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Elisha Ousley
July 27, 2020
There are no words to describe how I feel. We were Friends... you were there for me when I needed you... Always. RIH Ruby...gone but never forgotten
Cynthia Ousley-Garey
July 27, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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Michelle Robinson
July 27, 2020
She will be missed from family and friends we will always keep your memory alive from cousin Michelle and Chuck rest in peace cousin
Dorinda Ross
July 20, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm just broken hearted and can't believe it...RIH Ruby
LANECIA LANIER
July 20, 2020
Prayer's are going up for the entire Reese family
Shemachiah Israel
July 20, 2020
To the entire family I am so sorry for your loss.... always remember to Lift your eyes to the hills whence comes your help!!!! Psalms 121:1. And seek him while he may be found Isaiah 55:6 Now is the time
LANECIA LANIER
July 19, 2020
SO SORRY FOR THIS LOSS OF A SWEET LADY ,PRAYS ARE GOING UP FOR THE FAMILY.LANECIA LANIER CHAVOURS AND FAMILY.
Precious Henderson
July 18, 2020
SENDING MY PRAYERS TO ALL OF THE FAMILY
Curtis Boyd
July 18, 2020
Sorry for your loss. I will miss you freind
Juandalyn Reese
July 17, 2020
To everyone you where Ruby to us you where our SQUAW, daughter mother, step mother ,Play mother, sister, cousin grandmother and friend ... you where the sweetest soul a person could ever meet. You trully made your mark on this world cousin and your name will be remembered forever... I love you my beautiful cousin
Twin
July 17, 2020
Sorry for you all lost my prayers are with you all
JAMES PAGE
July 17, 2020
SORRY FOR YOUR LOST
Cynthia Ousley
July 17, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Juvoncia Reese
July 17, 2020
May God mend my family broken hearts at this time. Squaw you will be forever loved.
Kelsey Wartenbe
July 16, 2020
So sorry to hear about your mom shay, keep your head high for your babies!!
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