Ruby Loraine Crabtree

Ruby Loraine Crabtree (nee Atchison), age 103, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2024, in Edwardsville, Illinois. Born on December 5, 1921, to Claud and Nellie (Bryson) Atchison. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond D. Crabtree, her son-in-law, Frederick H. Steinkuehler, granddaughter, Cheryl (Steinkuehler) Levering; and her siblings, Glen Atchison, Paul Atchison, Howard Atchison, Ruth Sevedge, and Viola Goggin.

She leaves behind cherished memories with her daughter, Jaunita Steinkuehler, grandchildren, Chris (Rich) Ligman, and Fred (Jane) Steinkuehler; Great-grandchildren, Jordan Ligman (Jordan Orscheln), Alex Ligman, Mitchell Steinkuehler, and Riley Steinkuehler.

Ruby accepted Christ at an early age and lived her life guided by her faith. She was known for her generosity, compassion, and determination to help others. In times of need, her motto was "We need to do something" and she lived by those words. Ruby's house was a place of welcome for all who knew her. She loved organizing "driveway parties". 

Ruby was an accomplished gardener. Her overflowing flower gardens were admired and discussed with those passing by. She believed hard work was the best medicine and her gardens showed that dedication. No weed had a chance to grow among her flowers.

Ruby's life was a testament to love, faith and resilience. May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her.

Memorials may be made in Ruby's name to St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Tunnel to Towers.

Services to be held privately by family.