Donald Thomas Ruby, 49, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at his home.

He was born on March 1, 1967 in Madisonville, to Sammie Ruby. Donald was a United States Air Force Veteran. He was formerly employed with Todd's Furniture in Madisonville. He enjoyed his job as a caregiver, helping the elderly and caring for his mother and Sheryl. He was an animal lover and in his spare time he enjoyed doing yard work.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Rosetta Stevens; his uncle, Danny Stevens; and a dear friend, Jeff Jones.

Survivors include his mother, Sammie Ruby of Madisonville.

The funeral service will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2016 in the chapel of Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville. Military honors will be conducted by the Hopkins County Honor Guard.

Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until the funeral hour Friday.