
As Ruby Barcus struggles with the ravages of old age, she has the constant support of three younger generations of her family.




Ruby Barcus, back, attends a four-generation tea party at the home of her granddaughter, Lori Spencer. Isabella Spencer, 3, left, had her mom, Lori, right, her grandmother, Merry Metz, front center, and her great-grandmother all wear hats. Week-old Natalie Spencer lies on the table.

John Barcus takes his mother, Ruby, for a ride on his Harley-Davidson to eat at Cracker Barrel.

Caroline Keeler, center, wispers to Christie Rose, left, as Susan Dudley listens in at a Sigma Nu party on Centre College's campus.