With deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Mrs. Ruby Deloris (Isom) Franklin of Cary, NC. formerly of Gadsden, AL

Ruby Deloris Isom Franklin was born on May 6, 1948 in Gadsden, AL to Jessie (Hixon) Isom and Giles Isom, Jr. Ruby completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration at Tennessee State University in 1971. She then attended Rutgers University School of Business receiving her Master in Business Administration in 1976. At Rutgers she met her future husband, Ronald B. Franklin. Ruby and Ron married on August 31, 1974. Shortly after graduation, the newly minted business school graduates moved to Dearborn, MI to pursue career opportunities. Five years later they welcomed a son, Byron. The family relocated to Corning, NY where they spent most of the eighties and nineties.

Ruby built an impressive career in corporate purchasing. In addition to Ford Motor Company, she held several leadership roles at Corning, Inc, and Xerox Corporation. She stayed active in professional and civic organizations including the National Black MBA Association and the Society of Black Professionals of Corning.

Ruby and Ron moved to Cary, NC in 1999, where they enjoyed warmer weather, connecting with friends and family, and travelling the world. Ruby was active with the Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled, and her faith home, Mt. Zion Church in Cary.

On Sunday, January 4, 2026, Ruby passed away peacefully after a short illness.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Ron of almost 44 years, and her parents, Jiles Isom and Jessie Hixon Isom.

Ruby’s memory lives on through her son Byron Franklin (Tamika); her siblings Otis Isom, Ben Isom (Donna), Carolyn Isom Hill (Jimmy), John Edward Isom, and Sandra Isom Jackson; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Please remember her family in your prayers.

VISITATION: Friday, January 30, 2026 | 3:00 - 7:00 PM [The family will receive guests during visitation from 5:00 - 7:00 PM] at Mt. Zion Church - 316 Allen Lewis Drive - Cary, NC 27513

CELEBRATION of LIFE and REPAST: Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 11:00 AM - Mt. Zion Church - 316 Allen Lewis Drive - Cary, NC 27513

We understand that not everyone may be able to attend, therefore the service will be on livestream via the church's Youtube website at: https://www.youtube.com/@mtzioncary/streams