Ruby lived with us when my brother was sent to Alaska for a tour of duty.  She had one really nice dress which I would wear every chance possible.  I had just gotten my license to drive so I was going somewhere special with my fiancé.  I purposely ordered an alcoholic beverage so the waitress would proof me….but she didn’t.  I was upset and told my fiancé that.  His response?  “What did you expect?  You look like you’re 30 in that dress”.  Never borrowed it again.  Just showing how we were like sisters.  Miss you but my brother missed you more.  God bless and keep you both.

My recollection of meeting Ruby for the first time goes back to 1950 when I was sixteen and Ruby was fifteen.  Dad and Ann, Ruby’s mother, married in the late summer of 1950 and we all moved in together, Dad, Mom, Ruby and I.  Ruby & I initially had a tolerating relationship, as you can imagine with two teenagers.  I have several memories of our relationship, but one stands out.  
Ruby was dating a sailor from Millington Naval Airbase just north of Memphis, and on one particular night both Mom & Dad were out.  So Ruby took this opportunity to invite this sailor, whose name happen to be Geno, over to watch TV.  Well I meet Gino for the first time and I immediately decided that I would have to keep an eye on this guy from New York.  Much to Ruby’s displeasure with me, I sat with them as long as I could.  And I think we all know how happy this date turned out, despite my good intensions.
Many miles have separated us over the years, but our early relationship bonded us together.  We developed a love for each other that is hard to explain, but it could not be any different than one siblings love for another. 
So dear Ruby, rest in peace, and I will see you later.


Ruby came into my life when I was 14 or 15. We actually grew up together. She and my brother were newlyweds. My brother always professed his love for her. I’m sorry my “sister” is no longer here, but she has two greater loves awaiting her arrival, our Lord and my brother.  Rest In Peace and may the good Lord welcome you into his kingdom. You are loved and missed. 

I believe you are in paradise with our savior and loved ones.  May you have a glorious eternal life and be blessed always.  Growing up, we always loved when you and Uncle Gino would come to visit.  Many family memories to cherish.  You are so loved and will be missed.  Rest peacefully.  With love your niece, AnneMarie

Ruby made my wedding dress 38 years ago. She was always kind and willing to help. She was a gracious woman who always shared her love through kindness, cooking, laughter and love. She will be missed.

I’ll always remember your beautiful smile and infectious laugh. Heaven received an angel. We love you and miss you

OBITUARY

Ruby Nell Landini

October 6, 1935 – November 18, 2020

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