Ruby Mae Brown Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Ruby Mae Brown of Richmond, Virginia is shared. Ruby, born on May 6, 1937, passed away on August 20, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Ruby will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Ruby by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Ruby is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Ruby’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She is survived by: her children, Brenda Ferrell, Lisa Muhammad (Orrin), Cynthia Paige and James Ross (Grace); and her sisters, Pearl Brown, Roberta Puryear and Gwendolyn Smith. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins; other relatives and friends.
A reception was held on Tuesday, August 25th 2026 at 12:45 PM at the Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home (2011 Grayland Ave, Richmond, VA 23220). A prayer was held on Tuesday, August 25th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location.
