Ruby Dubois LeBlanc

March 22, 1932 ~ April 10, 2021

“At the hour of death when we come face to face with God, we are going to be judged on love; not how much we have done, but how much love we put into the doing.”
Mother Teresa

Ruby Dubois LeBlanc, affectionately known as Grandma Ruby, was a giving and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She lived a full and beautiful life, pouring love into many acts of kindness, especially for her family. Whether it was cooking a fantastic meal for a family gathering, making homemade Chinese Chews and Millionaires for Christmas, or attending after school activities for her children and later her grandchildren, Grandma Ruby did so with love. Beach vacations with her family were some of her favorite moments. She loved the beach, spending time with those she loved and enjoying meals with the “Lunch Bunch”.
With the help of a midwife at her parent’s home in Erath, Louisiana, Ruby Dubois LeBlanc was born on March 22, 1932. She was the middle child of three girls. Later, she married Marvin Francis LeBlanc. They made their home in Abbeville, Louisiana and had four children. Tragically she became a widow and single parent on October 18, 1982. Her courage, resilience, and strong Catholic faith carried her through these difficult times. She was committed to her family’s happiness and made many loving sacrifices over the years placing their needs always before hers.
In the 1980s, Grandma Ruby purchased the legal news portion of the newspaper. She would gather all the legal filing from the courthouse and publish it weekly. It was truly one of her passions.
In addition to her family, Grandma Ruby had many friends and she enjoyed hosting social gatherings at her home. She was friendly by nature and enjoyed a good conversation with others.
At the center of Grandma Ruby’s life was her devout Catholic faith. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of St. Mary Magdalene Parish and a Eucharistic minster. She never missed Mass and would gather weekly with neighborhood friends to recite the rosary.
Grandma Ruby was a strong, independent, lovingly opinionated woman. She had a fiery spirit but a loving heart. Her peaceful passing on April 10, 2021 left a hole in the hearts of many. She will be deeply missed for many things too numerous to list. Undoubtedly, God greeted her with “well done, good and faithful servant” and welcomed her into His loving arms.
Grandma Ruby is survived by her children Janet Sonnier, Maria Meaux and her husband Joey Meaux, Marvin Jude LeBlanc and his wife Melissa Husband LeBlanc, Andre’ Weston LeBlanc and his wife Suzanne Lacinak LeBlanc; her grandchildren Jeremy Sonnier, Adrienne Gatlin and her husband Matt, Brandi Harrington and her husband Travis, Ryan Meaux, Blake Meaux and his wife Brittany, Caroline Husband Broussard and her husband Colby, Hannah Baudoin and her husband Drew, Hailey LeBlanc, and Brendan LeBlanc; her great-grandchildren Carter, Jena, and Brooks Harrington, Marley Meaux, and Chloe and Rory Broussard.
She is preceded in death by her parents Ules and Elise Dubois and her husband Marvin Francis LeBlanc.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul’s Mausoleum with her nephew, Father Steven LeBlanc, officiating. Pallbearers will be Marvin Jude LeBlanc, Andre’ LeBlanc, Jeremy Sonnier, Ryan Meaux, Blake Meaux, Colby Broussard, and Brendan LeBlanc.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home in Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 from 9:30 AM until 9:00 PM with a rosary prayed at 7:00 PM; Thursday, April 15, from 8:00 AM until the time of the service.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, (337) 893-4661.