Ruby Mullins

Ruby Iris Mullins, 89, left her earthly body on October 14, 2011 at Alpine Fireside Health Center. Born July 15, 1922 in Dysartville, N.C, the daughter of Mitchell Clayton and Peggy (Addington) Kilgore, Ruby devoted her life to God and her family. She loved reading, quilting, fishing and being outdoors. Her passion for gardening garnered her a certificate of Merit Award in 2009 for yard of the year by the Victory Homes Board of Directors. Her beautiful flowers provided much joy for all who lived around her. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and tending her roses.Ruby married Robert Lee Mullins June 17, 1940 in Kentucky. He preceded her in death December 10, 1992. Survivors include her children, John (Jean) Mullins, Larry (Jo) Mullins, Audrey (Bill) Treu, Buddy (June) Mullins, Diane (Leo) Hopkins, Mitchell Mullins, Edward (Joyce) Mullins, a brother Robert Kilgore, sister, Violet Smedgar, 27 grandchildren, 57 greatgrandchildren, 24 great greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by daughters Peggy Iris Mullins, Loraine Pruitt, granddaughters Lisa Kay Treu, Michelle Pruitt, Talina Hopkins and Barbara Sue Taylor, great grandson Tommy Sims.The family extends special thanks to Ruby'¢s 2nd family for the past 2 years, the "angel" caregivers of Alpine Fireside Health Center for their wonderful devoted love and caring. At Ruby'¢s request, there will be a private graveside service Wednesday in Scandinavian Cemetery. Arrangements by Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Mulford Chapel.