Ruby May Hill, age 83, of Bucyrus passed away peacefully on Saturday July 11, 2026 at Marion General Hospital. Ruby displayed exceptional courage and unwavering hope throughout her battle with her terminal illness.

Ruby was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she leaves behind a legacy of love that will live on in her family. One of her joys in life was playing bingo, often having the best of luck, she was known to bring her bingo game to the annual family hog roast, and other occasions. She always had some of the best prizes for players of all ages. Family time was always the most important thing to Ruby.

Ruby always brought good baked goods to family get togethers, especially her famous pumpkin rolls, which everyone always looked forward to. She was always known to be outspoken in what she believed in, being stubborn, was always cracking a joke, and could always make you smile. She always looked forward to her vacations in Missouri visiting her relatives and family. Ruby will deeply missed and lovingly remembered by family, friends, and anyone that knew her.

Ruby truly loved helping other people and family any way she could. She was the type of person to give her shirt off her back if a stranger needed it. She was always staying busy and active and donated a lot of her time to places like Holy Trinity Catholic Church, The Salvation Army, and the Bucyrus Hospital. Ruby’s last place of employment was with Baker’s Pizza. Ruby had worked at Dog and Suds, Honey Creek, and the Holiday Inn as well, over the years.

Ruby was born May 23, 1943 in Sedalia, Missouri to the late John Edward and Cecilia (Ruttgen) Bruehl. She was married March 4, 1961 to Walter M. “Bud” Hill Sr. who preceded her in death on June 17, 2009. Ruby was also preceded in death by grandchildren, Cory J. Hill, Tara Painter, and Chelsie Painter; daughter-in-law’s, Rainey Gibson and Bobbie Bruehl; sister, Rose Mary Osowski, and one infant sister; special friend, Ollie Mosier.

Ruby is survived by children, Keith (Diane) Bruehl of NC, Rita (John) Dyer of Nevada, Larry (Carla) Hill of NC, Robert (Tina) Hill of Bucyrus, Diane (John) Agin of N. Robinson, Pamela Keusher of Bucyrus, Walter (Angela Kelley) Hill Sr. of Bucyrus and Patrick (Susan) Hill of Bucyrus; 15 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren; sisters, Marcella Seifner and Kathleen White both of Missouri; special sister-in-law, Carol Leibengood; her pet poodle “Milo”, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and friends

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 1:00 pm in the Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home with burial to follow in Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am until the time of the service. Expressions of sympathy can be left at www.munzpirnstill.com.