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Ruby Dorene Parish

Nov. 23, 1933 - Nov. 30, 2022

Date of Service: Dec. 9, 2022

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BURLEY – Ruby Dorene Parish, an 89-year-old resident of Burley, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Mini-Cassia Care Center in Burley, surrounded by her loved ones, after a long battle of cancer.

Ruby was born November 23, 1933, in Sublett, Idaho, the daughter of Ephraim Martin and Madia Matilda Haskell Nelson. She was born in her family’s home with the assistance of a midwife. She was the youngest of eight children; four boys and four girls.

Ruby married Reed Andersen on December 4, 1953. During this marriage three sons were born, Randall, Rodney and Ricky. Reed and Ruby divorced in 1973. Ruby and the boys then moved to Burley, so they could be closer to family.

In 1975, Ruby married Oel Parish. They were only married a few short years.

In 1977, Ruby was diagnosed with a brain tumor. She had several tumors and surgeries over the years. Even through all of her trials, she never complained. Ruby was very positive and always saw the best in things and people.

Ruby was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and always had a very strong testimony. She went through the temple a year after her first brain surgery.

Ruby wrote poems and kept diaries. She often wrote poems inside greeting cards that she mailed to her loved ones. She never forgot a birthday!

Ruby was preceded in death by her mother and father, Madia and Ephraim; her brothers, Calvin, Len, Grant, and Devon; and two sisters, Rosa and Margaret.

Survivors include her three sons, Randall of Burley, Rodney of Pocatello, and Ricky of Heyburn; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

The family would like to thank Mini-Cassia Care Center for the amazing hospitality and love they showed Ruby!

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, December 9, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Burley West Stake Center, located at 2420 Parke Ave., in Burley, where family and friends will be received from 10 until 10:45 a.m. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery in Burley.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/0wiwCbAjkUE.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home of Burley.

Condolences for Ruby Dorene Parish

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From Cat Sansotta:

Ruby was certainly a beautiful soul and friend to me. She was the strongest woman I have ever met and just like her obituary so truthfully said, a woman who looked for the best in every situation and every human being. I'd had been trying to reach her for several months to no avail and finally before her birthday I sent a card and wrote on the envelope please would one of her sons let me know what's going on with Ruby. Randy was so compassionate and sweet to call me. It was right before her birthday and she was still alert and even said hi on the speakerphone and I was very blessed to sing her happy birthday, even though it was a day early. Rest in peace beautiful and loving mother, grandmother and friend to me. My deepest condolences to all those who love Ruby. We all love Ruby! Until we meet again in Paradise, dear lady! I will be listening to the webcast Friday 11:00 a.m.

From Patty Andersen:

Rod, Rick. And Randall...I am sending my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear, sweet Momma. I have my own fond memories of Ruby, and was blessed to be a part of your family. Sending my love to all of you and your family.

From Marjorie Jensen :

Sorry for your loss.Prayers for your family at this difficult time.

From Ricky Todd andersen.( son).:

I will deeply miss you mom
Rest in peace,jump high

From Tori Lin Kerbs:

My sweet Ruby. I am so grateful for having had you as my mother in law. Thank you for always being so kind to me. For loving me. And for everything you did for our little family. I am heartbroken that you are gone but grateful in knowing that you are out of your pain and with your loved ones. God please wrap your arms around Ruby. Comfort and heal her. Until we meet again. I love you forever.

From Michelle Andersen:

I was truly blessed in life to have had Ruby for my Mother in law.
Our last visit was a memory I’ll hold dear to my heart. Ruby Thanked me for all I had done for her through the years.
Was absolutely my pleasure . RIP Ruby you were very loved.
Michelle Andersen

From Rod and Rose Draper:

Ruby was a good neighbor and friend. She will be missed.

From Michael Todd Zarybnisky:

Sorry for your loss.

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