Ruby Grimes

Ruby Meadows Grimes, age 82, of 53 Joel Drive Yanceyville, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 after a period of declining health. Ruby was born on January 27, 1938 in Yanceyville, NC to the late Willie Meadows and the late Golden Moore Walker. She was of the Baptist faith and attended Ekklesia Church in Blanch, NC. Ruby attended Bartlett Yancey High School and was retired from Owens-Brockway Glass. Ruby was a dearly beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She is survived by a daughter, Judy N. Newcomb of Yanceyville, NC who lovingly cared for her mother the last few years; a grandson, Edward M. Newcomb and wife Dana of Blanch, NC; two great grandchildren Tyler and Elaina Newcomb who were the apples of her eye; three sisters, Rachel Barker and husband Wayne of Rockingham, NC, Kay Gregory and husband Gary of Danville, VA and Fay Cole of Danville, VA; and many nieces and nephews. Ruby was predeceased by her husband, Harry L. Grimes and brother, Tommy Meadows. A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020 at 2pm at Highland Burial Park with the Rev. Mark Cobb officiating.