Ruby Nell Smith

Ruby Nell Smith, 64, of Tyronza, Arkansas departed this life on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at NEA Baptist in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was born on June 13, 1961, to Andy and Della Hubbard Allison in Tyronza, Arkansas.

Ruby was of the Pentecostal faith. She worked as a cook for the Chicken Stop in Marked Tree for several years. She enjoyed making crafts and would change them out for every holiday. Family meant everything to Ruby, and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandson brought her so much joy.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Bobby Lee “Bucky” Smith, one sister: Phyllis Warner, and four brothers: Doug Allison, Lloyd Allison, Alvin Allison and Jerry Allison.

Ruby is survived by two sons: Bobby Smith (Keionia) of Tyronza, T.J. Smith (Ashley) of Jonesboro, two sisters: Ann Lenderman (Larry) of Tyronza and Linda Blagg of Byhalia, Mississippi, two brothers: James Allison (Linda) of Marion and Larry Allison of Tyronza, bonus daughter: Sharon Renay Ashley of Tyronza, six grandchildren: Jordan Smith (Veronica), Trever Smith, Andrew Smith, Gunner Smith, Eli Smith and Hope Smith, one great grandson: Ropyr Smith, and several nieces and nephews.

Ruby’s family loved her dearly and she will be truly missed.

Funeral services will be held at Delancey Funeral Home in Marked Tree on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. and visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Burial will follow at Tyronza Cemetery, Tyronza, Arkansas.

Arrangements are under the care of Delancey Funeral Home, Marked Tree.