In memory of

Joseph "Pops" Francis Ruby Jr

Highspire, PA

March 3, 1953 - February 7, 2026

Mar 3, 1953 - Feb 7, 2026

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In memory of

Joseph "Pops" Francis Ruby Jr

Passed

February 7, 2026
Born

March 3, 1953
Resided

Highspire, PA

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Joseph Francis Ruby Jr., better known to everyone who loved him as “Pops,” passed away on February 7, 2026, at the age of 72, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Pops was a man of simple pleasures and strong opinions—most of which could be enjoyed outside, with a cigarette in one hand and a Pepsi in the other. If the sun was out, Pops was out. If there was a chair nearby, he was sitting in it. And …

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We will be planning a celebration of life picnic when the weather warms, a Facebook Event will be created!