Ruby Joan Foushee Beverly

 Life well Lived...........

Ruby J. Beverly

Ruby J. Beverly departed this world peacefully on 10-07-2024 at the age of 77. She was a 

cherished wife/mother/grandmother/sister/friend whose love, compassion, and kindness touched 

the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Ruby J Beverly was born on May 11, 1947 in Washington, DC to Rossie and Mary Foushee. She 

was raised in Washington, DC, where she cultivated deep-rooted values of family, friendship, 

and service to others. She attended Dunbar High School and pursued a career in Restaurant 

Management, where she was known for her dedication, intelligence, and unwavering work ethic.

She married Edward T. Beverly on 06-23-1995, and together they built a life filled with love, 

laughter, and unforgettable memories. The two were a part of the founding members of 

Watergate Van Club. The two loved to travel with their grandkids to every Van Fest possible. 

Ruby J, was the heart and soul of her family, always providing guidance, support, and an endless 

supply of love. Her children, Senetra, Samantha, Sharon, and Kenji were the pride and joy of her 

life. But we all know the true joy was her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-

grandchildren. She was blessed to see 5 generations that she was able to instill values of 

compassion, perseverance, and kindness.

She was a person who took great pride in giving back to her community. In her later years, she 

was the care provider for her grandchildren. Her selflessness and generosity knew no bounds, 

and she leaves behind a legacy of service and love.

Ruby Joan Beverly is survived by: Her daughters Senetra Porter (Robert), Samantha Cole 

(Donald(Div)), Sharon Hair, Kenji Ono Mundy (Tara), 14 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren 

and 3 great-great grandchildren, her siblings Alice Battle (Herbert), Susan A.E. Mixon (Freddie 

B(D) Wallace), Larry Foushee (Clarice), Michael Foushee (Brenda), David Couch, Gerald 

Couch (Robin), a host of cousin, nieces, nephew and close family friends Jean, Gloria Cole, 

Janice and Clayton will carry her memory in their hearts forever. She was preceded in death by 

Her Parents Rossie and Mary Foushee, Her Husband Edward T Beverly (Eddie), her brother Charles Lucas, daughter Brenda Lampkin and her son-in-love Rodney Covington (Ronnie) her 

Granddaughter Takeya Larie Cole, whom she joins in eternal rest.

Her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She may be gone from our 

sight, but her love and the lessons she imparted will remain with us always. May she rest in 

eternal peace.