Ruby Mae Gates Obituary
The passing of Ruby Mae Gates of Trafford, Alabama, born in Rockport, Texas leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on December 24, 2024 at the age of 82. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Ruby Mae departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Ruby Mae. Though Ruby Mae may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Irvin Sam and Clara Stallcup (Pullin); and her brother Mack Stallcup. She is survived by: her sisters, Berta Lee Boyle and Barbara Borden; and her children, Buford E. Gates, Jr. (Ernie), Tisa Cole (Leslie) of Victoria, TX, Debrena Lightfoot of Corpus Christi, TX and Lesha Bryant (Travis) of San Antonio, TX. She is also survived by ten grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers donations in her name to Samaritans Purse/Operation Christmas Child or your local horse rescue.
