Ruby Kessler Sherman

Funeral services for Ruby Kessler Sherman, 92, Lawrence will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June, 16, 2016 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. She passed away June 12, 2016 at Brandon Woods at Alvamar. Ruby was born November 20, 1923 in St. Joseph, MO.

She married John (Dutch) Kessler and Gilbert Sherman, both deceased.

Ruby had eight brothers and sisters of St. Joseph, MO, all deceased.

She is survived by three children, Jean Gilliam of Independence, MO, Linda Hayden of Lawrence, KS, and Jerry Kessler, Perry, KS, another daughter, Dianna L. Bone, deceased

Ruby has 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.

The family will greet friends at 9:00 a.m. Thursday one hour prior to the service at the mortuary.

Memorials may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society or Alzheimer’s Association and may be sent in care of the Warren-McElwain Mortuary.

5 Condolences

  1. robyn herzog on June 13, 2016 at 8:21 pm

    I’m soo very sorry to hear bout ruby she’s aways has a smile
    When I push her to and. from dining room. In. Wheel chair. I always ask bout the daugthers she said I calll them tonight with a glow in her eyes
    When I ask her wats my name or hers she said pudden tane
    She loves her coffee . I never seen her down or upset she a good advocate when others want somthing she yells if we don’t hear them they want coffee etc ruby rip I’ll miss you now I know you looking down watching me move to anther apt
    Robyn herzog



  2. Michael Davenport on June 13, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    Linda Pat and I are do very very sorry for your loss. She was a good friend of mine, we shared many jokes and danced with ease other a lot over the years



  3. Terrie Creviston on June 14, 2016 at 4:13 am

    Ruby was one of my favorite aunt’s . I have a lot great childhood memories of Aunt Ruby growing up spending weekends at each others houses she will be miss. Praying for my family that she left behind. Love you all!!
    Terrie Lynn



  4. Betty Scribner on June 14, 2016 at 9:18 am

    So sorry to hear about Ruby’s passing. She is now walking the streets of heaven. I’ve heard her talk about heaven for many years. She always had a pretty smile and so much enthusiasm for life and living. You will be lonesome but you can always remember that hers was a race run and well done. Love you Linda and Jean and Roy. You have all been through a lot lately but so glad there is comfort in knowing the Lord. Wish I could be there but I am praying and thinking of you. Love. Betty Scribner



  5. Odetta and Laura Lavender on June 16, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    Aunt Jean and Uncle Sam and Gaylene and family-Mom and I just loved Ruby and she will truly be missed. Ruby would often come visit when we were in Lawrence staying with Uncle Sam and Aunt Jean. She was always so much fun!! We loved visiting with her, shopping, whatever. She was always full of life and ready to go. I remember one time in particular, we went to a VFW dance with Ruby-my cousin Gaylene and I were too shy to get up and dance with anyone, but Ruby was out there dancing all evening!! To all who loved Ruby, remember we have such a brief time here on earth, but eternity in heaven with the Lord and those who are dear to us. Love you all-may the Lord comfort your hearts and bless you.



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