Ruby Murphy

Ruby Murphy, 86, passed away at home on Thursday, November 5, 2026, after a brief illness.

She was born on December 28, 1939 in Grants Pass to Ralph and Elaine Ragan and lived in Grants Pass her entire life. Ruby was a homemaker.

On December 6, 1958, she married Kelvin Murphy, who preceded her in death. They enjoyed 56 years of marriage.

She loved raising her children, baking cookies, collecting antiques, sewing, and tending to her flower garden—impatiens were her favorite. She enjoyed watching the New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys. She was the church pianist for many years along with volunteering in many of her children's school and church activities. She also delighted in spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She attended Grace Bible Church.

Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Randy Murphy and Leslie Moon of Portland, Ore; a daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen and Vince Lackey of Grants Pass; a daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Joel Fritzler of Flagstaff, Ariz; three grandsons, Ryan, Ethan, and Hayden Lackey; two granddaughters, Meghan and Madelyn Lackey; one sister, Dorothy Smith, and one brother, Gene Ragan. She was preceded in death by an infant granddaughter.

Interment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Park and a private graveside service will be held at a later date.