Ruby Joyce Pemberton Obituary
We announce the death of Ruby Joyce Pemberton of Topeka, Kansas, who passed away on September 3, 2026, at the age of 95. Ruby will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruby Joyce Pemberton to pay them a last tribute.
Ruby will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Ruby will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Ruby’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Willie and Eula Mae Pond (Tucker); her husband Bob; her daughters, Teri Culberth (John) and Dironda Thurlow (Ray); and her great grandchild Ashlynn "Bob" Williams.
She is survived by: her daughter Cathy Norris (Sam); and her sisters, Anna Andrews and Linda Perez. She is also survived by ten grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
A funeral service was held on Saturday, September 12th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Silver Lake (3439 NW Hoch Rd, Silver Lake, KS 66539).
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages those who wish to honor Bob and Joyce's memory to make a donation to a favorite charity.
