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Ruby Evelyn Miller

September 27, 1936 — December 20, 2024

Ruby Miller, 88, of Pipe Creek, Texas, passed away on December 20, 2024, at her home.

Born on September 27, 1936, in Denver, Colorado, Ruby was the daughter of Carlyle Henry “Red” and Ruby Ella Burns. She married Robert Allen Miller Sr. in May 1967, in Bexar County, Texas.

Ruby received her Master's in Library Science from Texas Women's University in Denton, Texas. She enjoyed a distinguished career at Trinity University, where she retired after 33 years as Professor Emeritus of the Library. She was widely respected in her field and published numerous Library Science articles focusing on Technical Services. A dedicated Lakehills United Methodist Church member, Ruby's contributions to her profession and community were immeasurable.

Ruby is survived by her children: Robert A. Miller Jr., Mike T. Miller, Linda J. Miller, and Dawn M. Miller; nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers, Bob Burns and Danny Burns, and her sister, Sylvia Coatney.

There will be a service to celebrate Ruby's life on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Grimes Bandera Funeral Chapel. The doors will open at 9 a.m. The service will be held at 10:00 a.m., with Pastor Everett McCarley officiating. A celebration of life will be held in January, with details to follow.

Donations may be made to Hill Country Daily Bread in Boerne instead of flowers. To donate, (830) 755-5200

Arrangements are under the care of Grimes Bandera Funeral Chapel.

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Friday, December 27, 2024

Starts at 9:00 am (Central time)

Grimes Bandera Funeral Chapel

123 Main Street, Bandera, TX 78003

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Funeral Service

Friday, December 27, 2024

Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)

Grimes Bandera Funeral Chapel

123 Main Street, Bandera, TX 78003

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