James Eldon Ruby

James E. Ruby, 65, of Saxton, PA, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026.

 

He was born on July 26, 1960, in Roaring Spring, PA, a son of Lester and the late Loretta (Figard) Ruby.

 

On July 28, 2017, in Saxton, PA, he married Renee Ruby.

 

James is survived by his wife, Renee Ruby; father, Lester Ruby; two sons, Philip J. Ruby and wife Brandy, and Joshua G. Ruby and wife Ashley, and their mother, Lisa Rhoat; a stepson, Adam J. Replogle and partner Danny Redding; two sisters, Barbara Childers and Vickie Mathes; eight grandchildren, Christopher, Skyler, Kera, Arianna, Alaya, Caleb, Genevieve, and Loretta Ruby; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins from Ohio, and their families.

 

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in passing by a brother, Lester Merle Ruby.

 

James was a graduate from Tussey Mountain High School, Class of 1978.

 

He started working at Unocal 76 in Breezewood, and later pursued his career as a welder for many years until his retirement.

 

James enjoyed many things in life. Some of them were hunting, fishing, hotrods, cars, and classic trucks. He loved his grandkids dearly; spending time with family and friends meant the world to him.

 

A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 7:00 PM, in the Chapel at Donelson Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Layman and Chaplain Bruce Maxwell officiating.

 

A visitation will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 5:00 PM until the hour of service at the funeral home.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.

 

Friends and families may share memories online at www.donelsonfuneralhome.com.

 

Arrangements by Donelson Funeral Home LLC, 22 West Main Street, Everett, PA 15537