Ruby Bernita Ullrich, age 93, passed away Friday, July 8, 2016 at the Powder River Manor in Broadus, Montana, where she had been living for 5 years.
Ruby was born September 7, 1922 in Scranton North Dakota the only daughter of Paul and Mary Griff. She and her six brothers attended elementary and high school in Scranton. Ruby was the only member of her family to graduate high school. She attended Presentation Nursing School and became an RN in 1945. Ruby worked as an RN for 3 years. She married Karl Ullrich on December 5, 1948, and moved to The Watters ranch in Powder River County where Karl was employed. They raised 2 sons, Victor Karl who was born in 1953 and Vernon Paul who was born in 1956. They later purchased the Ullrich Ranch from Karl’s parents and spent many happy years there.
Ruby enjoyed her yard and flowers, playing softball, and painting pictures. She also loved riding motorcycles with her neighbor friend Loretta Mangen. She was a fierce competitor in a game of pinochle, or a game of horseshoes! Ruby especially enjoyed her 5 grandchildren. She was a woman of great faith, having attended, was baptized and confirmed at Peace Lutheran Church in Scranton. She later became a charter member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Broadus. She liked singing and playing the old hymns on her piano. Karl and Ruby separated in 1996 and she moved to Broadus and formed new friendships there, and enjoyed the Senior Center and driving her golf cart around town.
Ruby was preceded in death by Karl Ullrich, her parents, and 5 brothers: Sidney, Karl, Ernest, Harry and Frank Griff. Also preceding her was her grandson Adam Ullrich. She is survived by her two sons, Victor (Laura Lee) and Vernon (Kay) all of Broadus, 4 grandchildren, Amy Minow (Tom) of Olive, Dr. Jennifer Mattingley (Rob) of LaCrosse Wisconsin, Doug Ullrich (Laura) of Vail Arizona, and Jason Ullrich. She also had 7 great grandchildren: Miranda and Kyle Minow, Taylor, Leah and Hudson Mattingley, and Eleanor and Anna Ullrich. She is also survived by her youngest brother Herbert Griff of Dickinson, ND, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff at Powder River Manor for the love and care they showed to Ruby for the past 5 years. Should friends desire, memorials can be given to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Broadus, c/o Kathy Heidel, PO Box 511, Broadus, MT., 59317<>
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Lisa Gaskill says
So sorry to hear about Ruby. We will truely miss her beautiful smile and joyful laugh when we visit the Manor.
Francis and Diana Edwards says
Carl and Ruby were good neighbors for many many years. RIP, Ruby!
Don and Arlis Bidwell says
Ruby was a dear and will be missed
Ursula says
What an honor to met a happy Soul ,like RUBY was, here on Earth , we shall meet agine ..keep singing and your , so sweet smile ..,u are truly missed. ..ursula,travel cna..?
Tom & Ann Emmons says
Ruby was also so sweet at the manor…many good memories of her.
Ardith & Roy Rost. says
I have always looked forward to seeing Ruby’s happy demeanor. She lit up the room no matter where she was. I will miss her during my visits at the Manor.
Phyllis Landa says
Ruby was very dear to me, we shared many laughs thru the years!!! She will keep things rockin in heaven with her piano playing!!!
Ella Mae and Allen Drane. says
What a sweet lady enjoyed her at the Senior Center.Heavens sweet Angel.
Jo Jurica says
Ruby was such a fun person and a joy to be around. We had many a good laugh with her at our prayer group. She was a blessing to all of us!
Ginger Johnston Held /Rikki and Jaeger says
Best to you and your family. Hugs and love from Rikki, Jaeger and Ginger Johnston Held.
Wayne & Anita Wetherelt says
Thoughts & prayers for all. So sorry to hear of losing her. Many memories there too.
Brenda Hopkins says
I will miss you “Ruby Girl” You will always have a special place in my heart!!!!! I have so many memories of you. I will never forget when we would all meet at the river and picnic, fish, and play softball. You would hit the ball and then say “Run Ruby Run” while you were running to the base!!!! Your sweet voice when I would knock on your door and say Hi Ruby and you would reply Hi Honey! I will miss doing your exercises with you and we would count together and when I would say 10 you would say “Big Fat Hen” and then sometimes you would change things up and say Big Fat Bull or Big Fat Rooster!!!! Love you Ruby! Rest In Peace!!!!
Veda says
Ruby, what a sweet, funny lady. We had some good times at the senior center. For the pot luck you always had to have your beans. RIP sweet lady, sing and dance with the angels in heaven.
Niece Patsy Lisius says
Many childhood memories of Carl, Victor,and Vernon, and Ruby on the Ranch. Our prayers are with family and friends.
Heather Brownfield says
So Sorry for your loss. Ruby will be missed by all! I didn’t get to know her to well but every time I brought the girls into visit our grandma so would always stop and chat with us. I will really miss her wonderful personality.
Ed and Bev Schaffer says
Ruby was a sweet, sweet lady. I enjoyed her so much when I worked at the Manor, she was always smiling and happy. She will be missed!
Aletta Shannon says
Ruby always had a smile for everyone. Her hugs in Church will not be forgotten. RIP Ruby!
Donna Giacometto says
RIP Ruby, your laugh and forever smile will be missed by many . I will always remember how much fun you were. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Rick & Dee Abbott says
Victor, Vernon and families: You have our deepest sympathies. Ruby was a very sweet lady; I have fond memories of her from my younger years and going to visit. She was such a joyful lady. We pray that God grant you His comfort and solace!
Sheri Gali says
So sorry I will not be able to attend Ruby’s service today !! My thoughts and prayers are with Ruby’s family today !! You were a beautiful lady Ruby and we will miss you dearly !! RIP and dance in Heaven !!
Chris and Diana Elwood says
So sorry for your loss, she was a grand lady with a beautiful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.