James I. Ruba Sr.

James I. Ruba Sr., 78, of Remsen died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, from a lengthy illness, at his home in Remsen, surrounded by his loving family.

Private family services were held Saturday, Feb. 28 at Waterbury Funeral Service Chapel in Sergeant Bluff, with the Rev. Dennis Martens of Christ Lutheran Church in Remsen officiating.