Rubis

Deborah Jane Rubis, 70, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024 at her residence in Mt. Olive. She was born on April 12, 1954 in St. Louis, Mo., to Melvin Woodrow and Betty Jane (Ainsworth) Snow. She married Paul Rubis at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Staunton, Ill., in 1975. They later divorced.

Deborah graduated high school and took college classwork. She worked at Russell Furniture. While employed there, her duties included cleaning, furniture assembly, and sales. Her hobby was having all kinds of birds.

Deborah is survived by her father; her son, Duane Lowery; her daughter, Nicole Pike; seven grandchildren, Dalton, Wesley, Alejandrea, Annbella, Abigail, Aidrionna, Aimee; and three great-grandchildren Jayden, Ellie, and Gabriel. She was preceded in death by her mother and a grandson, Todd Lowery.

A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family.

Becker and Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Anyone wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at beckerandson.com.