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The Life of Ruby R Burns

Ruby R. (Miller) Burns, 54, of Kutztown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 in the inpatient hospice unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Herbert E. Burns, whom she married on Valentine’s Day.

Born in Allentown, Ruby was a daughter of the late Paul E. and Marjorie M. (Hinkle) Miller. She attended Emmaus High School. Ruby was employed by Turkey Hill Minit Market, as a manager at their Kutztown location, for five years, and prior to that, as a clerk at their Fleetwood location, also for five years. Ruby was an avid racing fan who especially looked forward to attending the weekly Saturday night races at Grandview Speedway, Bechtelsville. Ruby enjoyed listening to the country music at Alburtis Park in the summertime, traveling to the casinos and dancing. Most importantly, Ruby was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother, who always put her family’s needs before her own.

In addition to her Husband, Herbert; Ruby is survived by her five Children, Nathan E. Burns, Kutztown, Heather M. Burns, fiancé of Robert J. Benner, Allentown, Jeremy M. Burns, Kutztown, Joshua A., husband of Amanda S. (Leibensperger) Burns, Kutztown, and Haley N. Burns, Kutztown; 10 Grandchildren, Elijah, Makayla, Jaylin, Chevelle, Kolton, Nirvana, Layla, Aliyah, Josiah and Alyssah; and 4 Step-Grandchildren, Gabby, Alexandra, Blaze and Gavin; and a Half-Brother, Charles Reph, Allentown.

A funeral service to celebrate Ruby’s life will be held on Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 2:00 PM in Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., 333 Greenwich Street, Kutztown, with Reverend Jane M. Kropa officiating. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Sunday from 12:30 to 2:00 PM in the funeral home. Burial will be private in Longswamp Union Cemetery, Mertztown.

The family requests that donations be made to Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., P.O. Box 292, Kutztown, PA  19530-0292, to help defray the medical and final expenses for Ruby. Arrangements are by the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, PA.



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2017.05.04

Ruby was always kind and caring as a supervisor at Turkey Hill to my daughter and husband. When I would stop by she would always take time to stop for a hot minute and chat because she was always multi tasking. She always glowed and chatted about her children and grandchildren. She loved them so...they were her life. I am so sorry that she had this heartbreaking journey. Through Facebook posts she was definitely surrounded with love. My deepest sorrow for her family and may her love for you help you through your grief.
Posted by Frances C

2017.05.04

To the Family of Ruby R. Burns, So sorry to learn about the loss of your Dear Loved One, Ruby. Please know that so many people share your grief with you to help you through this difficult time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest condolences as we await the time when Christ Jesus will awaken all of those who have fallen asleep in death; including your Beloved, Ruby. (John 11:41-44)
Posted by J. M