Francis Ruble's Obituary
Francis Wayne Ruble was born September 25, 1941, near Russ, Missouri, and departed this life Wednesday, July 23, 2008, in Christian Health Care North, in Lebanon, Missouri, at the age of sixty-six years, nine months, and twenty-eight days. He was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Leona (Ruble) and Earl Handley. Francis is survived by three daughters, Donna, of the State of Indiana, Missy, of the State of Florida, and Cindy, of Springfield, Missouri; three sons, Chris, Terry, and Kevin, all of the State of Indiana; several grandchildren; a sister, Shirley Hillhouse, and her husband, Donald, of Lebanon, Missouri; one nephew; as well as a host of other relatives and friends. He was born and raised in the Russ, Missouri community, and lived most of his life in the Lebanon area. He served his country faithfully in the United States Army during his early adult years. Francis worked for the City of Lebanon at one time, and then at various jobs throughout his life. In his spare time he liked being outdoors where he greatly enjoyed fishing. His family was very special to him and he liked spending time with them and visiting with his friends. Francis will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all of his family and many friends. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am Saturday July 26, 2008 at Mt. Rose Memorial Park.Burial will be in the Mt. Rose Memorial Park.Friends may call at the funeral home at their convenience.Services are under the direction of Holman- Howe Funeral Home, Lebanon, Missouri. Return to top
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