Deborah Lei Ruberg Obituary Announcement: 60-Year-Old Deborah Lei Ruberg from Hardy Passes Away in Car Accident in Humboldt County

HUMBOLDT, Iowa — The town is grieving the profound loss of 60-year-old Deborah Lei Ruberg from Hardy, who unfortunately lost her life in a collision on Highway 3 early on Monday morning, November 10, 2025.

As reported by the Iowa State Patrol, Deborah was operating her Jeep Grand Cherokee heading west at around 7:14 a.m. when icy and snow-covered roads led to her losing control of the vehicle. It veered into the opposite lane, where it struck a semi-truck. Deborah was thrown from the Jeep and suffered severe injuries. Despite the attempts made by emergency personnel, she eventually passed away from those injuries.

Deborah was a cherished figure in her community, recognized for her kindness, generosity, and the compassion she extended to everyone in her life. She is survived by family, friends, and neighbors who are facing the sorrow of parting with such a kind-hearted and lively individual. Her warmth, love, and laughter created a deep influence, and she will be remembered fondly by all who were fortunate to know her.

This unfortunate incident serves as a poignant reminder of the risks associated with winter driving conditions and the necessity for carefulness during bad weather. While the Iowa State Patrol is still looking into the incident, the community is uniting to provide support for Deborah's family and friends, sharing anecdotes, recollections, and the solace found in shared grief.

Although her life was cut short, Deborah Lei Ruberg will be eternally remembered for her compassion, her caring nature, and the happiness she brought to all of those she encountered. May she find everlasting peace, be forever cherished, and never be forgotten.