Ruby Aileen Hobson Smith's Obituary
Ruby Aileen Hobson Smith, age 89, died August 26, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee. A native of Ashland, Mississippi, Mrs. Smith was born April 14, 1932 to Opal Massengill and Emmett Hobson. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Lavon E. Smith.
Mrs. Smith graduated from Ashland High School and worked for many years for Montesi Grocers until she retired in 1983. After retirement, she was an avid gardener and quilter. She was also a great dog and cat enthusiast and greatly enjoyed the company of her fur babies.
Mrs. Smith is survived by her daughter, Patsy; Patsy’s husband, Burt; and granddaughter, Sarah of Memphis, Tennessee, two sisters and one brother.
Interment will be in Memorial Park in Memphis, Tennessee. Due to COVID, there will be no service at this time. There will be a family memorial to be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
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