Mrs. Ruby Lee Papin

April 7, 1937 - February 26, 2020

Ruby Lee Papin, a resident of Willow Springs, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020, while at Willow Care Nursing Home. Ruby was born April 7, 1937 in Georgia and was 82 years old. Ruby was a high school graduate. She married Paul W. Papin, Jr. in 1985 in Florida. She worked as a machine operator at Eaton Corporation for approximately 15 years. She became disabled at the age of 55 and retired at that time. When she wasn’t working, Ruby like to watch television. She also enjoyed reading, especially Louis L’Amour novels. However, her favorite pastime was painting ceramics. Ruby is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and two brothers. She is survived by her stepson, Gary R. Papin and his wife, Sheryl of Drury; two daughters, Jeanette and Ruthie; and her son, Alan. Further surviving are numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. No services are planned. However, inurnment will take place at a later date at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, IL. Arrangements are under the direction of Willow Funeral Home, LLC. Online condolences may be left at www.willowspringsfuneralhome.com