Ruby Lee Simmons

Mrs. Ruby Lee Barnes Simmons, 89, of Chapel Hill, NC, died Saturday, April 7, 2012. A native of Davidson County, Ruby was born daughter of the late Charlie Lewis & Addie Parish Barnes. A devoted mother and loving grandmother, Ruby will always be remembered for the kineess she shown others, along with a fiery and independent spirit. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Simmons is preceded ineeath by her brothers, Charley Barnes Jr., Olan Barnes, Henry Woodrow Barnes Sr.; and her sisters, Millie Pearce and Clara Cash. Survivors include her sons, Donee Lee Barnes Sr.,Janet & Warren Ray Barnes Deborah of Chapel Hill, NC; sister, Evelyn Barnes Chrismon Douglas of Gibsonville, NC; sister-in-law, Margie Barnes, of Chapel Hill; grandchildren, Donee L. Barnes Jr., Lorie B. Burch, Lisa G. Barnes, Mickey B. Hicks, Tonya H. Parker, & Steven J. Hicks; and ten great-grandchildren. Online condolences may be sent to: www.hallwynne.com, select "Obits" then "Current Services". Arrangements are under the care of Hall-Wynne Funeral Service of Pittsboro.