Herrin- Ruby D. Bandy, 71, of Herrin, passed away at 4:30 PM, Saturday, April 25, 2009 at Herrin Hospital.
Ruby was born on August 31, 1937 in Tennessee to John & Sarah Cheatham. She married Robert Bob Bandy in 1952 in Pocahontas, Ark. He survives of Herrin.
Ruby was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her husband; watching TV, going out to eat, shopping and visiting relatives. She was saved by Rev. Don Colson.
Survivors include-
Husband- Robert Bob bandy of Herrin
Son- Robert Lee Bandy of Herrin
Grandchild- Jason R. Bandy of Herrin
Grandchild- Shannon R. Bandy of Johnston City
Sister- Vergie Smith of Herrin
Sister- Opal Smith of Herrin
Sister- Reba Nell Cutsinger & husband Don of Battle Creek, Mich.
Several nieces & nephews
She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers & two sisters.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin. Rev. Don Colson will officiate. Burial will follow at Herrin City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until time of service, Tuesday, at the funeral home.