of Greenbrier, AR
March 8, 1943 - May 23, 2022
Mary Ruth Montgomery of Greenbrier, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 23rd, 2022 at the age of 79.
She was born March 8th, 1943 to John and Ola Sims in Springhill, Arkansas.
Mary Ruth graduated from Greenbrier High School in 1961, and continued her education at Central Baptist College for a time. She began working at Baldwin Piano in 1962 and soon after met and married her husband of almost 59 years, Roy Montgomery in 1963. She was employed at Baldwin until she gave birth to her first born, Jennifer, in 1973 and became a fulltime homemaker and Greg was born soon after in 1975. Mary Ruth poured everything into her 2 children. While they were in school, Mary Ruth was very involved volunteering her time for activities including, but not limited to PTA, cheerleading, and band boosters. In 1992, she began working for Greenbrier school district as a paraprofessional focused on resource education including driving a bus for her students until she retired in 2006. Mary Ruth's service to her community was recognized by the Greenbrier Chamber when they awarded her the volunteer of the year award in 2005.
She was a lifetime member of Springhill Baptist Church serving as the church clerk for many years, teacher in the GMA program, and the nursery.
In 2006, Mary Ruth's named changed to Nanny Ruth upon the birth of her first grandchild, Macey Logan, born to Jennifer and Travis Weaver. Camdyn Reese was born a few years later in 2010. She cared for the girls during the day until they started school and then became their taxi carting then to dance, softball, and other extracurricular activities until she was no longer able. Mary Ruth also has 2 great-grandchildren, Harper Rae and Penelope Jane through Greg's marriage to Cinda.
While she wasn't working or volunteering, Mary Ruth enjoyed city league and tournament bowling, southern gospel quartet singing, watching the Razorbacks and spending quality times with close friends and family. She and Roy loved to take cruises with David and Brenda Mahan after retirement.
She was preceded in death by her aforementioned parents. Sister, Margaret Ann Fulmer, brother, Travis Sims, and his wife Irene Sims. Her father-in-law, W.L. Montgomery, mother-in-law, Kines Montgomery, brothers-in-law, Fay Montgomery and his wife Marian, Ray Montgomery, James Alton Montgomery, Bob Montgomery, Farrell Montgomery, Jerry Montgomery, and Jim Johnston.
She is survived by the love of her life, Roy Montgomery. Her daughter, Jennifer Weaver and her husband Travis. Son, Greg Montgomery and his wife Cinda. Her beautiful granddaughters, Macey and Camdyn Weaver. Sisters, Helen Dean Loyd and her husband Marvin, and Johnnie Sue Johnston. Brothers-in-law, Jim Montgomery and his wife Debra, Ricky Montgomery and his wife Fritzi, and Ray Fulmer. Sisters-in-law, Shirley Montgomery, Helen Montgomery, and Jodie Montgomery.
She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, church family, and countless friends.
Services will be held Saturday May 28th 1:00 P.M. at Springhill Baptist Church in Greenbrier, AR. Visitation will be Friday May 27th from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier.
A special thank you to Conway Dialysis for their care the past eighteen months and the ICU nurses from Baptist during her final week there.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Springhill Baptist Church or Renewal Ranch.
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13 Condolence(s)
Kay Moss
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
Roy I’m so sorry I missed Mary Ruth’s funeral. I loved her, she was a beautiful soul. Lots of memories as a teenager and school days.
I know you will miss her.
Kay Moss
Patsy Ward
Thursday, June 2, 2022
So sorry for your loss, Mary Ruth was a wonderful person. I bowled on the Monday night league with her for many years. She was missed by lots of the league when she quit bowling with us. I will always remember what a sweet personality she had. May God comfort all of her family during this time.
Craig and Shawn Johnston
Monday, May 30, 2022
Mary Ruth was always so friendly and willing to help with whatever was needed. We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tina Patterson
Sunday, May 29, 2022
Jen & family,
We are so sorry to hear about your mother. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Perry & Tina
Al Hiegel
Saturday, May 28, 2022
5-28-2022 Saturday PM
Just now heard that your wife, Mary, had passed away.
You are so blessed to have children and grandchildren to keep you going. .
I know your life will never be the same.
My wife, Mary,died 3 years ago.
I know how it is. Been there and done that.
My thoughts and prayers are with you---Al
Annette rice
Friday, May 27, 2022
Dear Jen,
I am so sorry for your loss. Troy and i are praying for you, Travis and the girls. I certainly miss your sweet smile and laughter! Hope to see you soon. Take care and love you!!
Carolyn Garrett
Friday, May 27, 2022
I was saddened to hear of this news and ashamed I did not visit her more. Mary Ruth was like a big sister to me on the bowling team. We spent lots of hours bowling together. She was a very good friend and will be dearly missed.
Loretta M Burgess
Friday, May 27, 2022
So sorry to hear about Ms. Mary Ruth. I enjoyed working with her at Greenbrier Schools. She loved her family and her community. She will be missed by all who knew her. Prayers for comfort for all of you.
Mary-Catherine Flanagin Glover
Friday, May 27, 2022
Roy and family- I’m sorry for your loss! Keeping each of you in my thoughts and prayers!â¤ï¸
Darrell and Mary Odom
Friday, May 27, 2022
Roy, Mary and I are thinking and praying for you,Jennifer,Greg, and family.
Treva Branscum
Friday, May 27, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Mary Ruth was always a joy to be around. She could keep everyone laughing and in-line. I still remember our "Corn Trip". Prayers for peace and comfort knowing that she is forever healed.
D. D. Matthews
Friday, May 27, 2022
Roy, Jennifer, Greg, and the rest of the family, all of you are in my prayers. She was a wonderful neighbor. Remember all of the great time. She will be miss by all that new her. I’ll be saying prayers for all of you.
Dorothy Stewart-Morlan
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Roy Blessings and prayers to you and family. I remember Jerry and I visiting with you and Mary Ruth. Sorry I know the feeling. Love and Prayers Dorothy (STEWART) Morlan May God hold you all in His arms at this time.