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John Ruby (1911)

HYSKELL, MARSHALL, PEPPER, REYNOLDS, RUBY

Posted By: JoAnne Walker
Date: 2/3/2013 at 15:54:46

The Winterset Madison
Winterset, Iowa
Thursday, February 09, 1911
Page 1 Column 1

The older residents of this community remember John Ruby, who formerly lived just east of Winterset on the farm now occupied by D. T. Miles and owned by S. D. Alexander. Mr. Ruby died on Friday of last week at Stockton, Kansas, where he had resided for many years. He was a veteran of the civil war in which he served as regimental bugler in company I Fourth Iowa Cavalry. He is survived by his wife and five children, the latter being men and women of mature years.
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The Winterset Reporter
Winterset, Iowa
Thursday, February 9, 1911
Page 1, Column 2

A Former Wintersetter Dies.

Word has been received here announcing the death of Mr. John Ruby an old time resident of this place. Mr. Ruby died at his home at Stockton, Kan. Last Friday at the age of 70 years. He removed from here in 1875 and took up his home in Kansas, where he has ever since lived. He and his wife visited in Winterset twelve years ago. The deceased was a veteran of the civil war, being a member of Company I 4th Iowa Cavalry in which he served four years. He is survived by a wife and five children all married and settled near the home, excepting one daughter who lives in Colorado.
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Unknown Newspaper
1911

RUBY-John Ruby was born in Holmes county, Ohio, on Dec. 18, 1834, and departed this life at Stockton, Kas., Feb. 3, 1911.

He moved with his parents to Madison county, Iowa, in 1852. In 1860 he was married to Esther E. Hyskell. In 1861 he enlisted in the 4th Iowa Cavalry and served until the close of the war. To them were born six children, five of them, with their mother, still remain to mourn his loss.

He removed with his family to Rooks county, Kas., in 1879, and settled on a farm. There being no Methodist class in that vicinity he organized one and provided it with a preacher. The class still remains. Brother Ruby moved to Stockton in 1889, which remained his home until he was called to his home above.

He was a devoted Christian. He was converted and joined the Methodist Episcopal Church in his youth and ever enjoyed its blessed fellowship and sweet communion with his Savior. The funeral sermon was preached by his pastor, Rev. J. F. Dennis, to a large company D.
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The Stockton Review
Stockton, Kansas
Thursday, February 09, 1911
Page 8, Column 3

GONE TO HIS REST.

John Ruby was born in Holmes county, Ohio, on December 18th, 1834, and died at Stockton, Kansas, February 3rd, 1911. He moved with his parents to Madison county, Iowa, in 1852. In 1860 he was married to Esther E. Hyskell of the same county. In 1861 he enlisted in the 4th Iowa Cavalry and served until the close of the war of the Rebellion. To them were born six children as follows, Mrs. Emma R. Pepper, Ernest Ruby, Mrs. Cora M. Reynolds, Bertram H. and Clyde O. Ruby and Mrs. Jessie A. Marshall, all of whom are living except Clyde who died in Stockton at the age of 17 years.

John Ruby was converted in youth and enjoyed the fellowship of the M. E. Church all of his life. In 1892, under the preaching and teaching of Sister C. T. Boyce, he was led into the experience of sanctification. He lived a happy Christian life, attending upon all the means of grace within his reach, unless hindered by sickness or extreme weather.

He removed with his family from Madison county, Iowa, to Rooks county, Kansas, in 1879, and settled on a farm in the western edge of the county. There being no M. E. church organization in his neighborhood, he was instrumental in getting a local preacher named Stroup to come from the eastern part of the county to his neighborhood and establish an appointment and organized the first Methodist Class in that locality, namely, State Class which still exists.

One of the well known men of this community was John Ruby. Fortune favors few men with as good a reputation for all that was good, as possessed by this humble, yet strong minded, strong thinking man. Few men have ever been more pronounced in their support of all that was good, nor more zealous in their opposition to evil. So fair was he, however, that he had the friendship of all. From the effects of army ailments he became blind about seven years ago, but up to a short time ago he was well in other ways. He learned to go about a great deal alone, and always was bright and cheerful. In the M. E. Church he was always in his pew, and rarely did he ever miss a service. Attended by a faithful wife, he was always there. The living children were all here at the time of his death except Mrs. Pepper.

The funeral was held in the large tabernacle Sunday at 3: p. m. The attendance was one of the largest ever known at a funeral here. The large tabernacle was crowded. The sermon was preached by Rev. J. F. Dennis. The music was by a large choir. The hymns were: “Oh, Could I Speak the Matchless Worth,” “My Soul be on Thy Guard,” “From Every Stormy Wind that Blows,” “Come, Ye Disconsolate,” and “ Abide With Me,” while Prof. Heaton sang a very beautiful solo, “On Jordan’s Waves I do not Fear.” At the close Presiding Elder Snapp recited beautifully the following poem.

Poem
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The Plainville Times
Plainville, Kansas
Thursday, February 09, 1911
Page 1, Column 1

John Ruby Dead

John Ruby one of the pioneer settlers of Rooks county and father of B. H. Ruby of Twin Mound township died Friday evening, February 3rd at his home in Stockton.

The funeral services were held at Stockton Sunday afternoon at 2:30 conducted by Rev. Dennis. The large auditorium was crowded with fellow citizens who came to do him the last tribute of honor.

Mr. Ruby was born in Holmes county, Ohio, December 18, 1834. Moved to Madison county, Iowa, with his parents when a young man. Was married there to Esther Elizabeth Hyskell. They had just celebrated their golden wedding last May.

At the beginning of the war he enlisted in the 4th Iowa cavalry serving to the close of the war in ’65.

In 1879 with his family he moved to Rooks county homesteading near Alcona. There being no church in that part of the county he had Father Stroup come from the east part of the county and hold the first meeting. As a result of this work the Slate M. E. church now stands.

In 1888 they moved to Stockton where he had been active in church and local affairs. For the past 11 or 12 years he has been blind from eye trouble contracted in the army.

He seemed to realize that he would not last Long. During the winter told his wife that he would not last until the flowers bloomed. He even prepared his obituary to be read. He had lived a noble Christian life, been ready to give it in defense of his country or fellow men, what greater measure of praise could be spoken of man in this life.
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The Stockton Review and Rooks County Record
Stockton, Kansas
Friday, February 10, 1911
Page 3, Columns 1-3

JOHN RUBY PASSES AWAY
DEC. 13, 1834
FEB. 3, 1911

AT 5:30 last Friday evening there passed to his final reward a character rarely to be found, one without fault or blemish of any kind so far as the world could know; a manly and true soldier for his country, a faithful soldier of the cross and a useful citizen through all his active years; a serene and saintly personage in old age and sore afflictions. No man was more universally beloved in this community than our dear old friend John Ruby.

The writer had known him for thirty years or more, and he was always the same through to the end. His face was as cheerful as the morning, and his voice had the tones of joy, perennial hope and good will for all mankind. In all our acquaintance we never heard him speak disparagingly of any human being, not was there ever the least tone of complaint over his own affliction, which to most people would be considered the hardest of any trouble to bear. For nearly a dozen years he has been totally blind, and for years before that was nearly so, but that smile of contentment never came off, nor did that cheery voice ever falter. His coming into a room brought sunshine. He saw with a vision stronger than physical sight, and it showed him a path full of joy and peace. A grateful government kept him and his devoted companion in comfort during the later years when the light went out, and had he lived but a few hours longer he might have signed his last pension voucher, a thing he greatly desired to do for the sake of the one left behind.

The funeral was held at the Tabernacle Sunday afternoon, a vast audience being present. The remains were borne by these Sons of Veterans: W. F. McNulty, Warren Marshall, Philip McNulty, B. G. Morrison, Ed. Henderhorst, L. R. Bessey.

The address was given by Mr. Ruby’s pastor, Rev. J. F. Dennis, who called especial attention to the unselfish nature of the departed one—a life lived for others—essentially characteristic of anyone who is truly great.

He also called attention to other beautiful attributes in the life of Mr. Ruby, showing how, by holy, righteous living, he had attained a perfection of character which was not only reflected in his joyous countenance—an inspiration to all who beheld it—but best of all in his home life, where his habitual gentleness and affection brought such happiness and helpfulness to his family that his children now “rise up and call him blessed.”

His was an influence which lives and widens as his children—now men and women, each filling an honorable place in life—continue by their daily lives to live the teachings of this most excellent father, who with his loved and worthy companion, made for them a rare and truly beautiful home.

The speaker also testified to the inspiration he had received from the presence of this pure and holy man in his public place of worship, and related an incident of his last visit to the departed one, when in response to his question, “How is it with you, brother?” came the reply through physical weakness strong, unwavering faith, “I shall praise God as long as life lasts.”

The district superintendent, Rev. Mr. Snapp, added a few remarks in appreciation of the beneficial impression he had received from only a short acquaintance with Mr. Ruby. He said that all might rejoice in the hope of attaining such perfection of character by daily striving toward right and holy living and the best things in life.

The tabernacle choir, directed by Mr. Heaton, rendered very beautifully the following hymns: “O Could I Speak the Matchless Worth,” “My Soul Be on Thy Guard,” “From Every Stormy Wind That Blows,” “Come Ye Disconsolate,” “Abide with Me,” and Mr. Heaton interpreted in solo, “Old Jordan’s Waves I Do Not Fear” in a very sympathetic manner. The closing service by the old soldiers was most impressive. It is a very beautiful service and when read by affectionate comrades for this loved brother, touched the hearts of all who listened.

The following account of his life was read from the platform:

“John Ruby was born in Holmes Co., Ohio, on December 18th. 1834, and died at Stockton, Kan., Feb. 3. He moved with his parents to Madison Co., Iowa, in 1852. In 1860 he was married to Esther E. Hyskell of the same county. In 1861 he enlisted in the 4th Iowa Cavalry and served until the close of the war of the rebellion. To them were born six children, as follows: Mrs. Emma R. Pepper, Ernest Ruby, Mrs. Cora M. Reynolds, Bertram H. and Clyde O. Ruby, and Mrs. Jessie A. Marshall, all of whom are living except Clyde who died in Stockton at the age of 17 years.

“John Ruby was converted in youth and enjoyed the fellowship of the M. E. church all his life. In 1892, under the preaching and teaching of Sister C. T. Boyce he was led into the experience of sanctification. He lived a happy Christian life, attending upon all the means of grace within his reach, unless hindered by sickness or extreme weather.

“He removed with his family from Madison Co., Iowa, to Rooks Co., Kan., in 1879, and settled on a farm in the western edge of the county. There being no M. E. church organization in his neighborhood he was instrumental in getting a local preacher named Stroup to come from the eastern part of the county to his neighborhood and establish an appointment and organize the first Methodist Class in the locality, namely, State Class, which still exists.”

He moved with his family to Stockton in 1889 which has since been his home. Many years ago his eyesight began to fail and gradually the light went out. During the past 10 years or more he and his devoted companion have lived in their pleasant home on east Main street, enjoying the companionship of their many true and tried friends. The passing of this good man is felt keenly by all who knew him.

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