Ruby L. "Mimi" Chronister, 86, of Hutchinson, died on March 18, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born June 5, 1938, in Hoxie, Kansas, to Rueben and Alice (Lewis) Stapleton.
On July 2, 1955, she married William D. Chronister in Hutchinson. They shared nearly 51 beautiful years together before his death on April 25, 2007.
Ruby was a doting homemaker for her daughters and grandchildren. She was a selfless person who always put her family first. Ruby loved to read books of any genre and when reading became difficult due to her failing eyesight she turned to audio books. Ruby also enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, crocheting, and card games such as Skip-Bo and Phase 10. She loved flowers, gardens, and enjoyed a good garage sale, always searching for the best deal! Even though Ruby did not like to cook, she was great at it.
Ruby is survived by: daughter, Christine (Bill) Hoffman; grandchildren, Beth (David) Edwards, Erin (Charles) Wheeler, Rick Vollnogel (Megan Kennard), all of Hutchinson, Julie Vollnogel (Aaron Dennett) of McPherson, Andrew Vollnogel of Salina, John Vollnogel of Hutchinson; great-grandchildren, Grace Edwards, Jackson Edwards, JoLea Wheeler (Jared Sherwin), Vincent Wheeler, Rhiannon Call, Meadow Vollnogel, and Oliver Vollnogel; and brother, Robert E. Stapleton of Hutchinson.
She was preceded in death by: husband, William Chronister; daughter, Susie Vollnogel; great-grandson, Andrew Vollnogel Jr.; six brothers; and two sisters.
Family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 24, 2025, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel. Friends may sign her book 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday.
Per Ruby’s request, she was cremated and private family services will be held.