Ruby Lambert Brooks' Obituary
Ruby Lambert Brooks, 81, of Stanfield, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Atrium Health Stanly.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Philadelphia Baptist Church, officiated by Pastor Jerry Greene. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until 1:45 p.m., prior to the service, at the church.
Ruby was born on April 10, 1944, in Cabarrus County to the late Roy and Geneva Lambert.
She is lovingly remembered by her sons, Tommy Rushing (Sherry), Tracy Rushing, and Lindy Brooks (Minda); her grandchildren, Stephanie Rushing (Brandon), Quinn Brooks, and Zoe Brooks; and her great-grandchildren, Destiny, Rilyn, Cayden, and Branson. She is also survived by her aunt, Christine Mullis, along with many cherished nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Ruby was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Claude Henry Brooks in 2024; her son, Chad Burnette in 2026; her sister, Edith Hathcock; and her brothers, Coleman Lambert and Dewey Lambert.
Ruby will be remembered for her joyful spirit and her ability to make others laugh. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who especially treasured time spent with her grandchildren. She enjoyed listening to music, playing cards, and working jigsaw puzzles. A faithful member of Philadelphia Baptist Church, Ruby taught Sunday School and had a deep love for her Lord and Savior.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to her caring neighbors and the staff of Spring Arbor for the compassion and support shown to Ruby during her declining health.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Locust is honored to serve the Brooks family.
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