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Obituary For DR. RUBY L. BROADWAY
Dr. Ruby L. Broadway peacefully accepted her heavenly wings and entered her father's presence on March 10, 2026 at the age of 71. Ruby was born September 18, 1954 to the late Bonnie Dickens in Washington, DC.
For more than four decades, Ruby devoted her life to the advancement of science, the empowerment of students, and the strengthening of Dillard University's mission as a historically Black institution committed to academic excellence and social progress. Ruby also worked as an adjunct professor at Southern University at New Orleans for over 20 years. Ruby was a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. She was also a member of Alpha Beta Omega Chapter in New Orleans before transferring to general membership.
She leaves to cherish her aunt, Lucille Covington (Dr. Johnny); Elizabeth Broadway; sister/cousin, Gwendolyn Thomas; brothers/cousins, Johnny Covington III and Kevin Broadway; along with a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother; brother, Omar Dickens; stepfather, Shirley Dickens; and grandparents, Henry and Cora Broadway.
The Homegoing Service will be on Saturday, March 21, 2026, 11:00am at Fairview Church of God, Burnsville Community, Polkton, North Carolina. Interment will follow the service in the family plot of the Church Cemetery.
The family will greet family and friends on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 10:30-11:00am at Fairview Church of God.
The public viewing will be on Friday, March 20, 2026 from 12:00pm-3:00pm at Smith's Funeral Home.
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Add A CondolenceGwen, Lucille & Family: We send blessings, love & prayers to you on the passing of your beloved Linda. She will be sorely missed by so many but her Legacy lives on in the lives of the many students she touched. We cherish the memories of her as our classmate at Livingstone College and as my AKA sorority sister of Alpha Xi Chapter. #GoneButNeverForgotten πππΎππΎπ©·ππ
Prayers and sympathy to the family of Dr. Ruby L. Broadway. We were students at Bowman Senior High School and later were at Livingstone College together. She had led a blessed life in her service to the Dillard University Family and to her Bethany United Methodist Church Family in New Orleans, Louisiana. Well Done!
On behalf of Myself and the staff of the Anson County Sheriff's Office, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all those affected by this loss. We stand with our community in offering comfort, strength, and support, and we hope you find peace in the memories you shared and the love that surrounds you.
Sincere condolences π to the Broadway family. I known Ruby (Linda) as we called her growing up for over 50 years. So sorry for the loss. We attended high school & College together. Praying π for comfort & strength.
so sorry for your loss.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
