Harold “Frank” Franklin Ruby, 71, of Hope Mills, NC passed away Monday, November 4, 2024, in his home with family by his side.
Born August 20, 1953, in Sod, WV, Frank was the son of the late Carter and Barbara Belcher Ruby. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert Ruby and sister, Carol Newcomer.
Frank is survived by his life partner, Melanie Davis; brother, Richard Ruby and his wife Lynn; sister, Anita Holton and her husband Francis; sister-in-law, Helen Ruby; sister-in-law, Mary Hinson and her husband Danny; several nieces, nephews; and a host of other family and friends.
He was a 1971 Duval graduate, where he was an honor student and involved in athletics. Frank worked as a Plastics Technician with DuPont for 34 years before retiring. He was an avid outdoorsman and Nascar fan.
Frank will be remembered for impacting the lives of everyone he encountered. He will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who knew and loved him.
Funeral service and entombment were held Friday, November 8, 2024, in Hope Mills, NC.
A memorial service will be 1:00pm, Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Elizabeth Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 1532 Garretts Bend Rd, Sod, WV with Pastors Richard and Mark Ruby officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to Shriners Children’s Hospital at donate.lovetotherescue.org
so sorry to hear of Franks passing. Many great memories
Hugs and prayers to the Ruby family. Frank was a good student, athlete, and friend. We had some good times in Spanish club with senor Watts. Frank will greatly be missed. your friend, JJ.