of Mayflower, AR
November 8, 1932 - August 5, 2014
Ruby Lee Hays, 81, of Mayflower, Arkansas passed away on August 5, 2014. She was born on November 8, 1932 in Petrolia, Texas to the late Jodie Awbrey and Nannie Nelson Awbrey.
As a military wife Ruby traveled to many places including Germany, which she loved. She also attended the World Fair in Luxenbourg.
Ruby earned her Associates Degree from Petit Jean Vo-Tech, and she was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 15 years. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles and doing cross-stitch. Ruby also had a great love for cats.
She is preceded in death by her husband of twenty years; Senior Master Sergeant Edward Hays, one brother; John Awbrey, two sisters; Loyce Shoup, and Evelyn Phillips, and a special friend; Donald Jeffries.
Ruby is survived by one son; Dale Hays (Michele) of Colorado Springs, CO., one daughter; Nannette Smith of Mayflower, four grandchildren; Diana Howell of Okinawa, Japan, Deana Howell of Mayflower, Kia Hays of Los Angeles, CA. and Sean Hays of Tucson, AZ., one great grandchild; Jaqui Howell of Mayflower, one sister; Venita Harrison of Burkburnett, TX., as well as many nieces, nephews, and other family members. She is also survived by a very special friend; James Goodrich.
Funeral services will be at 1:00PM on Sunday, August 10, 2014 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home with Bro. Jeremy Ingram officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on Saturday, August 9, 2014 at the funeral home. Interment will follow the funeral service at Mayflower Cemetery.
Ruby was such a beautiful lady. I remember years ago her sweet greetings to anyone who had the pleasure to meet her. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you lay her to rest.
My thoughts are with you
Nannette and Family,
Please know the thoughts and prayers of your NLR friends are with you at this time.
Nannette so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother .Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
John Wayne and Dale [ Sandy].
Deanna,
So sorry for your loss. Your grandmother was a very pretty lady. Ms. Hays is with God and his angels and free of any sickness .You and your family are in my prayers. Please let me know if I can do anything.
Dee McLemore
Dale and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Linda Nyman
Falcon Wanderers Volkssport Club
Colorado Springs, CO
Dale, Nanette and family,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. God bless you all.
Grandma Ruby will be truly missed. I'm so sorry for y'alls loss. Love y'all
RIP Mrs Ruby you will be missed!! Prayers to the family!!!