of Charleston, AR
April 8, 1934 - May 16, 2023
Ruby (Wooten) McElroy, 89, of Paris passed away May 16, 2023 in Charleston, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born April 8, 1934 in Paris to her parents, James Ruben Wooten and Mary Esther (McCubbin) Wooten. She was a member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church and a homemaker. Ruby enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. She loved to crochet, making potholders, dish towels and afghans. Friday nights were set aside for playing dominoes and eating catfish. She was known throughout for her homemade cooking. Everyone loved her biscuits and gravy, custard pies and salmon patties.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of forty-four years, Andy McElroy; six sisters, Lula Crowell, Dolly West, Catherine Sing, Nova Jean West, Lois Jester and Mary Wooten and four brothers, Otho Wooten, Virgil Wooten, Harley Wooten and Ardeth Wooten.
She is survived by her daughter, Denise Brandenburg of Hackett, Arkansas; a son, Keith McElroy of Alma, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Joslyn Giles, Scarlett Franks, Gentry Brandenburg, Jericho McElroy, Skyler McElroy and Mackenzie Booker; ten great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; other family members and friends.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 19, 2023 at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Paris officiated by Bro. Ben Fisher and Bro. Jeremy Jones. Burial will follow in Caulksville Cemetery.
Funeral service and arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Jericho McElroy, Skyler McElroy, Kenneth McElroy, Troy McElroy, Rodney Sing, Perry Sing, Johnny Law and Billy McElroy.
Honorary Pallbearers will be her Granddaughters and Nephews.
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17 Condolence(s)
Helen Hill and Reba Orton
Monday, May 22, 2023
Mother and I were so sad to hear about Ruby's passing. We have a lot of good memories of time spent with the family.
Praying for the comfort of the Holy Spirit on you all.
All our love.
Ruthie burkett
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Bill & I will be praying for comfort & peace & JOY knowing she has reached her heavenly home.
Wilma June Claunch
Thursday, May 18, 2023
So sorry to hear of Ruby's passing. We have such fond memories of your family . Love to all the family and prayers for your comfort and peace.
Jewell White
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Sorry to hear of Rubys passing. She was a friend and classmate love and prayers for her family.
Erika
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Billy & Karen Ray
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Keith and family. Very sorry for your loss.
William and Patti Bench
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Denise, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved her. You and your family are in our prayers.
Julie Hudson-Snow
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Sorry to hear about your loss. Many memories with your family!
Lana zemel
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
So sorry for your loss, I send my prayers
Kim Robertson
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Denise and family I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you my friend and lifting you all up in prayer.
Laurene Butler Kennedy
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Keith and Denise may the Lord wrap his loving arms around you in this time of loss. Prayers for the family.
Sandra Hardwicke
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Denise, Keith & Family, So very sorry for your loss, We have such fond memories of Ruby & Andy ( they are together again) Ruby was the best babysitter EVER!
Sheila Law
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Denise, Keith & families I'm so sorry to hear about your Mother. She will be missed. She was a sweet lady. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Sheila, Natalie & Brett Chappell, Gordon, Tara Law
Mickey and Rob Oates
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Keith and family: So sorry for your loss. Such a sweet legacy she has left behind. You will be in my prayers. Mickey and Rob Oates
Lori Featherston-Glover
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
To Denise, Gentry, Mckenzie and all the family. My love and prayers are with you all. Ruby was a sweet lady.
Peggy Davis
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
We loved your mom and dad. We had some wonderful times visiting and having dinner with them. They were wonderful people and a great inspiration of what True Love is. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you, Glynn and Peggy
Terri featherston Friemel
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
So sorry for y'alls loss of your beautiful sweet ruby. Lots of special times to remember. My love and prayers are with you all.