Robert Wayne Ruble
Monday, February 5, 1945
Date of Death:
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Age:
73 years old
Visitation
Date: Monday August 20, 2018
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Tuesday August 21, 2018
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Memorial Service
Date: Tuesday August 21, 2018
Time: 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Spring Valley Cemetery
Monday, February 5, 1945
Date of Death:
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Age:
73 years old
Monday, February 5, 1945
Date of Death:
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Age:
73 years old
Robert Wayne Ruble
Robert Wayne Ruble, 73, of Rochester died peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at his home due to failing health.
Robert was born on February 5, 1945 to Charles Sr. and Cecelia (Larson) Ruble in Albert Lea, MN. He was the sixth out of nine children. In 1963, Robert graduated high school in Spring Valley MN. On August 26, 1965, he married Jane Klompenhower. Robert retired from Anderson Memorials as a manger where he worked for 25 years.
His interests included old time radio and he helped start Rochester Radio Theater Guild. Many people may recognize his voice from being the radio personality of the show on KNXR called Tune in Tuesday. Robert Loved music and he loved to see his favorite cowboys, Ryders in the Sky, in concert. As a young boy, he grew up loving comic books which also grew into a passion of his. At one point, he opened his own comic book store called Bosco’s Books.
Bob was a movie buff. You could ask him just about anything from any movie and he’d know the answer. Bob had so many friends that everywhere he went, he knew somebody. He was a nice guy with the greatest sense of humor; he always had a good joke. Bob was also a die-hard Vikings fan, supporting them through good or bad seasons.
To Bob, family meant everything. He is survived by his wife, Jane; daughters, Coleen (Raul) Guzman, Carrie (Joe) Dechamps; and daughter-in-law, Mary Lewis Ruble. His pride and joy were his seven grandchildren, Cecelia Ruble, Melanie Guzman, Abbie Dechamps, Zachary Robert Ruble, Andrew Dechamps, Bryce Guzman, and Eli Robert Dechamps. He is also survived by four brothers, Charles (Molly) Ruble, Bruce Ruble, Pete (Mary Jane) Ruble, and Karl (Cheryl) Ruble. He was preceded in death by his son, Chad Ruble; sister, Charlotte Vandekamp; and brothers, Henry Ruble, Roger Ruble, and Doug Ruble.
Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with Rev. Linda Helberg officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, August 20th and also one hour prior to the service in the River Park Chapel. Burial will be in Spring Valley Cemetery.
Memorials are preferred for Esophageal Cancer Research in memory of Chad Ruble.
Condolences
The family of Robert Wayne Ruble has received the following condolences.
Stopped by The Book Review today and was informed of the sad news. My deepest and heartfelt condolences for your loss. I remember first meeting Bob when I found Rochester's first comic book store, Bosco's and was a regular customer. I remember working with him at the Radio Theater Guild when it first started, doing Jack Armstrong the All American Boy. He showed me a copy of Jack Armstrong comic book from his collection. Bob was always friendly and willing to share the things he enjoyed.
Lane Hermanson
So very sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. I enjoyed performing with him in the RRTG shows very much.
Due to my Dad being unwell I am unable to make the wake of funeral. Please accept my condolences.
Sarah
"Whozzzzz on 1st ... ?"
"Whatzzzz on 2nd ... ?"
Who hit the GRAND SLAM HOME RUN to win da WORLD SERIES .... ? ?
BOB RUBLE, datzzz WHO ! !
What a treat AND privileged to have known and have been associated with this truly talented GENTLEMAN !
Bob was one of my favorite people. His persona brightened my day whenever I would speak to him. He will be one of the brightest stars in the heavens.
Little did I know that my volunteer activity with RRTG would result in several wonderful friendships. Bob was THE true talent in RTTG, and it was a privilege to be on the same stage with him. My heart breaks, with yours, because I'll miss him so much. But I rejoice in his glorious homecoming in heaven, and knowing that he is now at peace and in true joy.