Ruby Johnson

Ruby M. Johnson, a loving, generous, spirited, and resilient woman, was born on December 22nd, 1932, in Jonesville, VA, and passed away on October 12th, 2026. Her unwavering faith, her dedication to her family, and her engaging spirit touched all who knew her. For more than 40 years, Ruby was a devoted member of the Victory Baptist Church, where she and her late husband of 51 years, Paul, were members of a Gospel Quartet. Her life echoed the words of 1 Corinthians 16:14, "Let all that you do be done in love."

Ruby's resilient spirit shone through her accomplishments. At 50, she earned her GED, demonstrating her commitment to personal growth and education. Ruby had a generous heart, and she devoted her career to serving others. She worked tirelessly in hospital housekeeping at Tipton Hospital and later as a school bus aid for the Hamilton Heights School Corp until her retirement in 2016. Her love for others extended beyond her professional life into her hobbies. Ruby was a passionate gardener, gifted crafter, and an avid puzzle solver.

Throughout her life, Ruby's love for her family remained her compass. She is survived by her sons, Steve (Pat) Johnson, Roger Johnson, and Randy (Kathy) Johnson. She was a proud grandmother to seven grandchildren, a doting great-grandmother to fifteen great-grandchildren, and a joyful great-great-grandmother to two great-great-grandchildren. Her love extended beyond her immediate family to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Ruby was preceded in death by her father, Robert Harvel; her mother, Crettia Kelly; her beloved husband, Paul Johnson; and her siblings, Mary, Guy, and Olin. The family invites you to celebrate Ruby's life at Hartley -Dunnichay Funeral home in Cicero, Indiana on Friday, October 16, 2026. Visitation will be from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. with a funeral service at 6 p.m.

We invite you to share your memories and upload photos of Ruby to her memorial page. We will always remember her generosity, her resilience, her spirit and most importantly, her love. For in her memory, we find comfort, and in her love, we find strength.