Ruby Elaine (Barz) Parris Obituary

The passing of Ruby Elaine (Barz) Parris of Vinton, Iowa leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on March 28, 2025 at the age of 88. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Otto Barz and Martha Barz (Daleske); her husband James Parris; her siblings, Ernest Barz (Minnie) and Ruth Balvanz (Robert); her sister-in-law Marilyn Barz; and her nephew Chris Balvanz.

She is survived by: her children, Martha Strong (Brian) of St. Robert, MO, Frank Parris of Newhall, IA, Florence VonKampen (Chad) of Atkins, IA and Michael Parris (Yan) of Riceville, IA; and her brother Rev. Marvin "Bud" Barz of Wichita, KS. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

The family has established a memorial fund.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Phillips Funeral Homes

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Apr 03

Visitation

St. Stephen's Fellowship Hall
303 3rd Ave, Atkins, IA 52206

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Apr 04

Funeral service

St. Stephen's Lutheran Church
303 3rd Ave, Atkins, IA 52206

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Apr 04

Burial

St. Stephen's Lutheran Cemetery
303 3rd Ave, Atkins, IA 52206

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Apr 04

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St. Stephen's Lutheran Church
303 3rd Ave, Atkins, IA 52206

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