In Memoriam
RUBY McCLUNG
May 22, 1941 ~ October 22, 2023
Ruby McClung, age 82, of Smithville, Oklahoma passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on Thursday, May 22, 1941 to Maxi Lee and Dorothy Elliot Rainey in Golden, Oklahoma.
Many knew Ruby as a devoted fan of television classics, including Dr. Phil, Jerry Springer, and Deal or No Deal. These shows not only offered her entertainment, but revealed her spitfire nature, penchant for speaking her mind, and love of laughter.
Always the homebody, Ruby was most comfortable surrounded by the warmth and familiarity of her own abode. Yet, she never allowed this to limit her love for games and recreation. She had a deep fondness for puzzles and card games, often inviting her family for a game. These moments revealed Ruby's playful, competitive streak while bringing her the joy of time spent with her big, loving family.
Although she loved staying at home, Ruby had a fondness for the thrill of the Casino and shopping on occasion. At home, Ruby found immense happiness in many things: feeding her family, going through her recipes, doing puzzles, and tending to her rose bushes. Everyone who passed through her house was guaranteed to leave with a full belly and a heart warmed by her sweetness. Her rose bushes, meticulously cared for, reflected her nurturing spirit and her ability to create beauty around her.
Ruby McClung was an unforgettable woman. She was a homebody, a spitfire, and an undeniable sweetheart all rolled into one. Her memory, filled with shared laughter, games, and love, will continue to be cherished and celebrated by her loving family and everyone who was fortunate enough to know her.
She is preceded in death by her parents; one brother, James Randall Rainey; and two sisters, Mattie Speck and Anna Sue Rainey.
Ruby is survived by her loving husband, James Donald McClung of Smithville, Oklahoma; three sons and daughter in law, Danny Ray Martin of Smithville, Oklahoma, Kenneth Eugene and Ellen Martin of Smithville, Johnny Lee Webb of Watts, Oklahoma; two daughters and sons in law, Sandra Gayle and Arley Pollard Rathdrum, Idaho, Teresa and Steve Finley of Stillwater, Oklahoma; one step son and daughter in law, Kenneth and Pam Pollard of Texas;
Six sisters, Margaret Duncan of Sweet Home, Oregon, Doris Sitton of Sweet Home, Oregon, Joyce Crebs of Rainier, Washington, Jeannette Wallace of San Gabriel, California, Cathy Davis of Nevada, and Debbie Deaton of Rosemond, California;
Eight grandchildren, Andrea Dawn Pfeifer, Misty Rae Pollard, James Randel and Jennie Fowler, Mindi and Randy Cox, Terah Pollard, Steven Webb, Angel Webb, and Jordan Webb; twelve great grandchildren, Kaizia, Sierra, Kaiden, Kaileb, Justin, Katelyn, Jessie, Tristin, Braeden, Gus, Kolby, and Adeline; two great great grandchildren, Roman, Maycee, Londyn, and Emma; numerous nephews and nieces and a host of other relatives and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Watson Cemetery in Watson, Oklahoma with Brother Todd Webb officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.
Pallbearers will be Kenny Martin, Randel Fowler, Kenny Pollard, Bradley Johnson, Justin Cox, Tristin Cox, Nick Charlton, Gary Baxter, and Gus Fowler.
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MEMORIES
MORIES PRESERVED
Sherry lit a candle for Ruby McClung
**"Ruby you was such a sweet lady ...prayers for each and everyone of you"
Sherry ~ Ruby's Friend
Terah lit a candle for Ruby McClung
**"I love you grandma. May you rest easy on god's loving arm's."
Terah ~ Ruby's Granddaughter
Arley ~ Ruby's Son Inlaw
**I love you very much momma Ruby. I'll miss you always and will always be grateful to have been your son inlaw.
**Sierra lit a candle for Ruby McClung
Sierra ~ Ruby's Greatgranddaughter
Memorial Provided By
Bowser Family Funeral Home
Mena, Arkansas
RUBY McCLUNG
May 22, 1941 ~ October 22, 2023
Ruby McClung, age 82, of Smithville, Oklahoma passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on Thursday, May 22, 1941 to Maxi Lee and Dorothy Elliot Rainey in Golden, Oklahoma.
Many knew Ruby as a devoted fan of television classics, including Dr. Phil, Jerry Springer, and Deal or No Deal. These shows not only offered her entertainment, but revealed her spitfire nature, penchant for speaking her mind, and love of laughter.
Always the homebody, Ruby was most comfortable surrounded by the warmth and familiarity of her own abode. Yet, she never allowed this to limit her love for games and recreation. She had a deep fondness for puzzles and card games, often inviting her family for a game. These moments revealed Ruby's playful, competitive streak while bringing her the joy of time spent with her big, loving family.
Although she loved staying at home, Ruby had a fondness for the thrill of the Casino and shopping on occasion. At home, Ruby found immense happiness in many things: feeding her family, going through her recipes, doing puzzles, and tending to her rose bushes. Everyone who passed through her house was guaranteed to leave with a full belly and a heart warmed by her sweetness. Her rose bushes, meticulously cared for, reflected her nurturing spirit and her ability to create beauty around her.
Ruby McClung was an unforgettable woman. She was a homebody, a spitfire, and an undeniable sweetheart all rolled into one. Her memory, filled with shared laughter, games, and love, will continue to be cherished and celebrated by her loving family and everyone who was fortunate enough to know her.
She is preceded in death by her parents; one brother, James Randall Rainey; and two sisters, Mattie Speck and Anna Sue Rainey.
Ruby is survived by her loving husband, James Donald McClung of Smithville, Oklahoma; three sons and daughter in law, Danny Ray Martin of Smithville, Oklahoma, Kenneth Eugene and Ellen Martin of Smithville, Johnny Lee Webb of Watts, Oklahoma; two daughters and sons in law, Sandra Gayle and Arley Pollard Rathdrum, Idaho, Teresa and Steve Finley of Stillwater, Oklahoma; one step son and daughter in law, Kenneth and Pam Pollard of Texas;
Six sisters, Margaret Duncan of Sweet Home, Oregon, Doris Sitton of Sweet Home, Oregon, Joyce Crebs of Rainier, Washington, Jeannette Wallace of San Gabriel, California, Cathy Davis of Nevada, and Debbie Deaton of Rosemond, California;
Eight grandchildren, Andrea Dawn Pfeifer, Misty Rae Pollard, James Randel and Jennie Fowler, Mindi and Randy Cox, Terah Pollard, Steven Webb, Angel Webb, and Jordan Webb; twelve great grandchildren, Kaizia, Sierra, Kaiden, Kaileb, Justin, Katelyn, Jessie, Tristin, Braeden, Gus, Kolby, and Adeline; two great great grandchildren, Roman, Maycee, Londyn, and Emma; numerous nephews and nieces and a host of other relatives and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Watson Cemetery in Watson, Oklahoma with Brother Todd Webb officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.
Pallbearers will be Kenny Martin, Randel Fowler, Kenny Pollard, Bradley Johnson, Justin Cox, Tristin Cox, Nick Charlton, Gary Baxter, and Gus Fowler.
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MEMORIES
MORIES PRESERVED
Sherry lit a candle for Ruby McClung
**"Ruby you was such a sweet lady ...prayers for each and everyone of you"
Sherry ~ Ruby's Friend
Terah lit a candle for Ruby McClung
**"I love you grandma. May you rest easy on god's loving arm's."
Terah ~ Ruby's Granddaughter
Arley ~ Ruby's Son Inlaw
**I love you very much momma Ruby. I'll miss you always and will always be grateful to have been your son inlaw.
**Sierra lit a candle for Ruby McClung
Sierra ~ Ruby's Greatgranddaughter
Memorial Provided By
Bowser Family Funeral Home
Mena, Arkansas
In Memoriam
RUBY McCLUNG
May 22, 1941 ~ October 22, 2023
Ruby McClung, age 82, of Smithville, Oklahoma passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on Thursday, May 22, 1941 to Maxi Lee and Dorothy Elliot Rainey in Golden, Oklahoma.
Many knew Ruby as a devoted fan of television classics, including Dr. Phil, Jerry Springer, and Deal or No Deal. These shows not only offered her entertainment, but revealed her spitfire nature, penchant for speaking her mind, and love of laughter.
Always the homebody, Ruby was most comfortable surrounded by the warmth and familiarity of her own abode. Yet, she never allowed this to limit her love for games and recreation. She had a deep fondness for puzzles and card games, often inviting her family for a game. These moments revealed Ruby's playful, competitive streak while bringing her the joy of time spent with her big, loving family.
Although she loved staying at home, Ruby had a fondness for the thrill of the Casino and shopping on occasion. At home, Ruby found immense happiness in many things: feeding her family, going through her recipes, doing puzzles, and tending to her rose bushes. Everyone who passed through her house was guaranteed to leave with a full belly and a heart warmed by her sweetness. Her rose bushes, meticulously cared for, reflected her nurturing spirit and her ability to create beauty around her.
Ruby McClung was an unforgettable woman. She was a homebody, a spitfire, and an undeniable sweetheart all rolled into one. Her memory, filled with shared laughter, games, and love, will continue to be cherished and celebrated by her loving family and everyone who was fortunate enough to know her.
She is preceded in death by her parents; one brother, James Randall Rainey; and two sisters, Mattie Speck and Anna Sue Rainey.
Ruby is survived by her loving husband, James Donald McClung of Smithville, Oklahoma; three sons and daughter in law, Danny Ray Martin of Smithville, Oklahoma, Kenneth Eugene and Ellen Martin of Smithville, Johnny Lee Webb of Watts, Oklahoma; two daughters and sons in law, Sandra Gayle and Arley Pollard Rathdrum, Idaho, Teresa and Steve Finley of Stillwater, Oklahoma; one step son and daughter in law, Kenneth and Pam Pollard of Texas;
Six sisters, Margaret Duncan of Sweet Home, Oregon, Doris Sitton of Sweet Home, Oregon, Joyce Crebs of Rainier, Washington, Jeannette Wallace of San Gabriel, California, Cathy Davis of Nevada, and Debbie Deaton of Rosemond, California;
Eight grandchildren, Andrea Dawn Pfeifer, Misty Rae Pollard, James Randel and Jennie Fowler, Mindi and Randy Cox, Terah Pollard, Steven Webb, Angel Webb, and Jordan Webb; twelve great grandchildren, Kaizia, Sierra, Kaiden, Kaileb, Justin, Katelyn, Jessie, Tristin, Braeden, Gus, Kolby, and Adeline; two great great grandchildren, Roman, Maycee, Londyn, and Emma; numerous nephews and nieces and a host of other relatives and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Watson Cemetery in Watson, Oklahoma with Brother Todd Webb officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.
Pallbearers will be Kenny Martin, Randel Fowler, Kenny Pollard, Bradley Johnson, Justin Cox, Tristin Cox, Nick Charlton, Gary Baxter, and Gus Fowler.
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MEMORIES
MORIES PRESERVED
Sherry lit a candle for Ruby McClung
**"Ruby you was such a sweet lady ...prayers for each and everyone of you"
Sherry ~ Ruby's Friend
Terah lit a candle for Ruby McClung
**"I love you grandma. May you rest easy on god's loving arm's."
Terah ~ Ruby's Granddaughter
Arley ~ Ruby's Son Inlaw
**I love you very much momma Ruby. I'll miss you always and will always be grateful to have been your son inlaw.
**Sierra lit a candle for Ruby McClung
Sierra ~ Ruby's Greatgranddaughter
Memorial Provided By
Bowser Family Funeral Home
Mena, Arkansas
RUBY McCLUNG
May 22, 1941 ~ October 22, 2023
Ruby McClung, age 82, of Smithville, Oklahoma passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on Thursday, May 22, 1941 to Maxi Lee and Dorothy Elliot Rainey in Golden, Oklahoma.
Many knew Ruby as a devoted fan of television classics, including Dr. Phil, Jerry Springer, and Deal or No Deal. These shows not only offered her entertainment, but revealed her spitfire nature, penchant for speaking her mind, and love of laughter.
Always the homebody, Ruby was most comfortable surrounded by the warmth and familiarity of her own abode. Yet, she never allowed this to limit her love for games and recreation. She had a deep fondness for puzzles and card games, often inviting her family for a game. These moments revealed Ruby's playful, competitive streak while bringing her the joy of time spent with her big, loving family.
Although she loved staying at home, Ruby had a fondness for the thrill of the Casino and shopping on occasion. At home, Ruby found immense happiness in many things: feeding her family, going through her recipes, doing puzzles, and tending to her rose bushes. Everyone who passed through her house was guaranteed to leave with a full belly and a heart warmed by her sweetness. Her rose bushes, meticulously cared for, reflected her nurturing spirit and her ability to create beauty around her.
Ruby McClung was an unforgettable woman. She was a homebody, a spitfire, and an undeniable sweetheart all rolled into one. Her memory, filled with shared laughter, games, and love, will continue to be cherished and celebrated by her loving family and everyone who was fortunate enough to know her.
She is preceded in death by her parents; one brother, James Randall Rainey; and two sisters, Mattie Speck and Anna Sue Rainey.
Ruby is survived by her loving husband, James Donald McClung of Smithville, Oklahoma; three sons and daughter in law, Danny Ray Martin of Smithville, Oklahoma, Kenneth Eugene and Ellen Martin of Smithville, Johnny Lee Webb of Watts, Oklahoma; two daughters and sons in law, Sandra Gayle and Arley Pollard Rathdrum, Idaho, Teresa and Steve Finley of Stillwater, Oklahoma; one step son and daughter in law, Kenneth and Pam Pollard of Texas;
Six sisters, Margaret Duncan of Sweet Home, Oregon, Doris Sitton of Sweet Home, Oregon, Joyce Crebs of Rainier, Washington, Jeannette Wallace of San Gabriel, California, Cathy Davis of Nevada, and Debbie Deaton of Rosemond, California;
Eight grandchildren, Andrea Dawn Pfeifer, Misty Rae Pollard, James Randel and Jennie Fowler, Mindi and Randy Cox, Terah Pollard, Steven Webb, Angel Webb, and Jordan Webb; twelve great grandchildren, Kaizia, Sierra, Kaiden, Kaileb, Justin, Katelyn, Jessie, Tristin, Braeden, Gus, Kolby, and Adeline; two great great grandchildren, Roman, Maycee, Londyn, and Emma; numerous nephews and nieces and a host of other relatives and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Watson Cemetery in Watson, Oklahoma with Brother Todd Webb officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.
Pallbearers will be Kenny Martin, Randel Fowler, Kenny Pollard, Bradley Johnson, Justin Cox, Tristin Cox, Nick Charlton, Gary Baxter, and Gus Fowler.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
MEMORIES
MORIES PRESERVED
Sherry lit a candle for Ruby McClung
**"Ruby you was such a sweet lady ...prayers for each and everyone of you"
Sherry ~ Ruby's Friend
Terah lit a candle for Ruby McClung
**"I love you grandma. May you rest easy on god's loving arm's."
Terah ~ Ruby's Granddaughter
Arley ~ Ruby's Son Inlaw
**I love you very much momma Ruby. I'll miss you always and will always be grateful to have been your son inlaw.
**Sierra lit a candle for Ruby McClung
Sierra ~ Ruby's Greatgranddaughter
Memorial Provided By
Bowser Family Funeral Home
Mena, Arkansas
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