Ruby H. Oxford, 83, of Elk Grove Village, IL; passed away, Monday, September 14, 2015 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Shawneetown, IL on February 26, 1932 to Charles & Hazel Porter. She is survived by her children Don (Debbie) Oxford, Gail (David) Kook, Ruth Swinford, Roger Oxford, Marla (Tim) Forst, 12 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren, 4 sisters, and 1 brother.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Duard, and son Ron. Ruby was a loving Mother, supportive Grandmother, and Great Grandmother.
Her favorite pastime was spending quality time with her family and was always up for a good game of Skip-Bo. The Grandchildren all enjoyed pitting their skills against Nana, and didn’t often win. She will be greatly missed by all.
Visitation will be held Thursday, September 17 at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Road, at Northwest Hwy.Mt Prospect, Il. from 4 to 8 p.m. Service will follow at 8 p.m. Burial will be at Westwood Cemetery, Shawneetown, Il. Sat., September 19, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions may be made to her church of 41 years, Brentwood Baptist Church, 588 Dara James, Des Plaines, IL. 60016