Ruth LaReal Eyring was a devoted partner to her husband LeRoy Eyring (ASU chemistry professor emeritus--Eyring Materials Center).

For more than 30 years, she volunteered at ASU's Art Museum Store, managing it from 1989-2010 with the help of many other dedicated docent volunteers. Her impeccable taste created a destination shopping spot with a wide range of high-quality art, crafts, toys, and cards from around the world. And she handled all the inventory without a computer! Sales from the Store purchased many works of art for the museum.

Three of LaReal's children survive her: two daughters and a son.  A daughter died in 2006. She also has four grandchildren. In accordance with her wishes, there will not be a traditional funeral. Instead, a gathering at the family home will celebrate LaReal's long and remarkable life.