Ruby Jane Matheney Williams, age 92, formerly of 219 Montgomery Road, Staunton, Virginia died Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at Augusta Nursing and Rehab Center in Fishersville.
She was born October 8, 1927 in Bath County, Virginia to the late Daniel J. and Ida Riley Matheney. Â
She was a laborer for Rogers Corporation and of the Methodist Faith.  She enjoyed staying very active.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Ernest E. Williams; three sisters, Emma Ross, Mable Smith and Nettie Williams; four brothers, Daniel Matheney, Jr., Howard Samuel Matheney, Homer Matheney and John Wayne Matheney; and a grandson, Edward Lee Williams.
She is survived by three sons, Ernest Williams, Jr. of Hot Springs, Donald L. Williams and wife Fran of Fredericksburg and Gary A. Williams of Staunton; a sister, Norma Swearingin and husband Carl of Millboro; a brother, Ernest Matheney of Millboro; four grandchildren, Joy Lee Williams, Charlie Williams, Scott Williams and Amanda Acosta and husband Daniel; a great granddaughter Kailee; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Due to the current public health concerns, a private graveside funeral service will be held in Alleghany Memorial Park, Low Moor with Reverend Lynn Wright officiating.
There will be no visitation.
Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge is handling arrangements.
To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com.
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