Ruby O. Frey

Ruby O. (Fishburn) Frey age 86 of Kirby, passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday June 8, 2024 at 1:17pm. She was born to Alvie and Sylvia (Ealey) Fishburn on February 3, 1938 in Illiopolis Twp., Sangamon County, Illinois. Ruby met Jerome through her sister by writing him letters while he served in the army. She married Jerome S. Jr. Frey on April 17, 1955. Jerome and Ruby started their life together by building a home and starting a family. Ruby is survived by her children: Marvin (Tina) Frey, Upper Sandusky, George (Missy) Frey, Upper Sandusky, Bernadette (Danny) Newsome, Forest, Laura (Steve) Young, Forest, Rudy (Terri) Frey, Upper Sandusky, Erma (Doug) Parsell, Upper Sandusky, Brenda Frey, Kirby, 21 grandchildren, 56 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Vernon Frey, two grandchildren and fifteen siblings. Ruby was a homemaker and helped her husband on the family farm. She was the matriarchy and wore many hats. Ruby’s hobbies included playing cards, doing puzzles, reading, flower gardening and fishing. She was an exceptional cook and her food was delicious and bursting with flavor. Ruby was an artist and a master at making wire and pine cone trees. She was a talented piano player playing by ear. Ruby collected butterflies and hummingbirds. She was one who loved music especially Daniel O'Donnell and Harold Mitas. Ruby loved to travel and was able to visit 48 of the states. She was a caring, friendly and loving person and her warm hugs will be missed by all. Visitation will be held Wednesday June 12, 2024 from 4pm-7pm at Bringman Clark Funeral Home. A private funeral service will be held. Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Kirby. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Cemetery or the American Lung Association in care of Bringman Clark Funeral Home 226 E. Wyandot Ave. Upper Sandusky, OH 43351. Visit www.BringmanClark.com to view the Life Tribute DVD, send a condolence or share a memory. The family would like to thank Lori Davidson and Wyandot Memorial Hospice for their excellent and professional care.

Ruby O. Frey

February 3, 1938 - June 8, 2024