Ruby Joy
Ruby Joy Edwards-Kerr, framed with roses, lilies, and greenery
In Loving Memory

Ruby Joy Edwards-Kerr

September 16, 1952  –  July 26, 2026
A Gentle Life. A Beautiful Legacy.

Wife. Mother. Sister. Grandmother. Aunt.

Gardener. Artist. Teacher.

A gentle soul who tended everything she touched — soil, canvas, minds, and hearts alike.

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Philippians 4:13

Her Story Share a Memory
Her Story

A Life Rooted in Love

Wife. Mother. Sister. Grandmother.

Ruby, affectionately known as "Ma Rubes," lived a quiet, radiant life rooted in faith, family, and service. She was a teacher at Ensom City All Age (now Primary) School, where she taught art and craft and reading. A servant leader, her ministry extended to the Children's Ministries and Sabbath School Departments at Spanish Town Seventh Day Adventist Church.

She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Astley; daughter, Nicole; grandchildren, Jiovanni and Kristen; Gary and Joan, their children and grandchildren; sisters, Millicent, Carol, and Iris; brother, Hector; and a host of nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, other relatives, colleagues, and students.

To know her is to love her.

A Gentle Soul

Gentle

A soft spirit who brought peace, grace, and warmth to those around her.

Loving

Her love was constant, selfless, and deeply felt by family and friends.

Wise

A quiet wisdom that guided, encouraged, and left a lasting imprint.

Her Faith

Grounded in Christ

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Philippians 4:13 · Ruby's Favorite Scripture

Ruby's faith was steady and sure. A servant leader in the Children's Ministries and Sabbath School Departments at Spanish Town Seventh Day Adventist Church, she carried her belief quietly — in the way she treated people, the peace she offered, and the hope she held onto. The last book she read was In His Time by Rosemarie Benjamin.

Memories

Through the Years

Her life, in photographs.

Family
With her children.
With her children.
With family, always close.
With family, always close.
A family wedding.
A family wedding.
A proud grandmother.
A proud grandmother.
Surrounded by family.
Surrounded by family.
Three generations.
Three generations.
A beautiful bond, a lifetime of love. ❤️
A beautiful bond, a lifetime of love. ❤️
Gardening
In her garden, tending what she loved.
In her garden, tending what she loved.
Art / Creativity
Sharing her love of arts and crafts.
Sharing her love of arts and crafts.
Teaching
From her years in the classroom.
From her years in the classroom.
With one of her students.
With one of her students.
Friends
Among friends.
Among friends.
A tender moment.
A tender moment.
With friends, hats and all.
With friends, hats and all.
A joyful moment away.
A joyful moment away.
Her hat, her name.
Her hat, her name.
Celebrations
Dressed for the occasion.
Dressed for the occasion.
Celebrating an achievement.
Celebrating an achievement.
An evening to remember.
An evening to remember.
Flowers in hand.
Flowers in hand.
Celebrating seventy years.
Celebrating seventy years.
Seventy, and celebrated well.
Seventy, and celebrated well.
A birthday celebration.
A birthday celebration.
Ruby Through the Years
A young Ruby.
A young Ruby.
From her early years.
From her early years.
Cherished moments with family.
Cherished moments with family.
Tribute Scripture: A Life That Honored God and Touched Many. Proverbs 31:30-31.
In Their Words

Tributes From Family & Friends

"Sister Kerr or Aunty Ruby has been a precious gem to me during my childhood years. I remember with pleasure every time I would have lunch with her and family, it would be such a blessing. The memories created will forever be cherished within our hearts."

— Chrisella

"May God keep you and your family in the time of sorrow. God knows best and keep the faith."

— David

"She was truly a gentle giant, quiet and humble in spirit, yet meticulous in everything she did. We shared a deep and mutual respect, and it was truly an honor and a privilege to have served alongside her at the Spanish Town Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her quiet strength, humble spirit, and commitment to excellence will always be remembered."

— Pastor Christopher Mighty

"Ms Ruby was a kind loving and soft person. She loving, always had a listening ear and would always help if you need help. She was like an aunt to me as I knew her from a young age. Rest in peace Ms Ruby."

— Shirnett

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Celebration of Life

Service Details

DateSeptember 6, 2026
Viewing10:00 AM
Celebration of Life Service11:00 AM
LocationSpanish Town Seventh Day Adventist Church
7 Brunswick Avenue
Spanish Town, Jamaica
LivestreamSpanish Town SDA Live

Watch the service live · open on YouTube

The Program

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Her Legacy

What She Planted, Keeps Growing

Ruby leaves behind a legacy planted in patience — in every garden she tended, every piece she created, and every person she taught and touched. Her gentleness, her wisdom, and her faith continue in the lives she shaped.

Gentle in spirit.Loving in heart.Kind in her ways.Wise in her words.Peaceful in her presence.Grounded in faith.
From Our Family

With Gratitude

Ruby was dearly loved and will be deeply missed. Her gentle spirit, love, wisdom, faith, and the memories she gave us will forever remain in our hearts.

Thank you for your prayers, love, kindness, and support as we celebrate her life and cherish her memory.

— The Family