P.O. Box 506, 943 Highway 425 North, Monticello, AR71655

Mary Ruby Barrett Brown
August 25, 1930 - July 17, 2021

Mary Ruby Barrett Brown

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Mary Ruby Barrett Brown, age 90 of Monticello, AR, passed away at home Saturday, July 17, 2021. She was born August 25, 1930, in Warren, AR to the late James Bernard and Lucy Beard Barrett. Mrs. Ruby was the widow of Larkin Brown, a member of First Baptist Church and a retired bookkeeper for Bank of Lake Village and Commercial Bank of Monticello. She enjoyed studying the Bible, reading and writing encouraging cards.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by one son, Mike Brown; two brothers, William Bernard Barrett and Monroe Barrett; two sisters Claudia B. Barrett Brown and Louise Barrett Bartley; and a special identical twin sister, Ruth Barrett Brown.
Mrs. Ruby is survived by one daughter, Cherie Brown of Monticello, AR; one son, Bruce Brown and wife Lisa of Monticello, AR; grandson, Dr. Barrett Brown and wife Meri Whitney; granddaughter, Rachel Kellum and husband John David; one sweet great grandson, Oliver Brown; and one very special friend of 65 years from Lake Village, Margie Smith.
Visitation will be Tuesday, July 20, 2021, from 6:00 8:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Chapel. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with Rev. Kelly Jones and Rev. Dennis Dodson officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Warren Arkansas. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.


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Visitation
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71655
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Funeral Service
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
at 2:00 p.m.
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71657
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Interment
Oakland Cemetery
Cemetery Street
Warren, AR  71671
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Condolences(22)

  1. Sharon Shook McIntyre
    My thoughts and prayers are with all of Ms. Ruby's family. She was such a nice person and will be greatly missed.

    Sincerely,
    Sharon
  2. Dr Kristin Martin
    What an amazing women who raised an incredible family! She was always kind and giving and always took time to write an personal and encouraging letter! I am grateful to have known her!! She will be missed!!
  3. Becky Barnard
    My prayers are with you all. I’ve known Mrs Ruby sinc 4H days in Lake Village. I’ll be praying for you all to have piece in your heart.
  4. Gloria Ryburn
    To all the family , to know Ruby was to Love her ,she was a God fearing woman, a Saint some might say, worked with her many years and Loved her like a sister. Prayers for peace to all, Love
  5. Gloria Ryburn
    To all the family , to know Ruby was to Love her ,she was a God fearing woman, a Saint some might say, worked with her many years and Loved her like a sister. Prayers for peace to all, Love
  6. Sheila S. Smith
    It was my privilege to know Ms. Ruby. She was a kind and caring lady who welcomed me into her home many, many times. Cherie and Bruce, may your hearts be filled
    with the most precious memories your family created through the years. May God bless you with strength, comfort, and peace.

  7. Dorothy Glover
    To know Ruby was to love
    she was very special to Reg and me
  8. Patsy Smith
    I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Ruby. Many years ago, the Barrett Family was our neighbors and always our friends. Ruby will be missed by all who knew her. My prayers are with you.
  9. Lynn Burton
    Sorry for the loss of Ms Ruby! I
    worked with her at Commercial
    Bank a long----time ago. She was a
    kind, very sweet, Christian lady !
    My condolences to all her friends
    and family.
  10. Kathy R Curtis
    So sad to read of Ms Ruby's passing. I know she's gone on to a much better place than we can even imagine.
    I loved to see her out and about and visit with her for a few minutes. She was so sweet.
  11. Rhonda Gorman
    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
  12. Sharon Bayliss
    Cherie and Bruce, so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. May The Lord bring you peace and allow your memories to bring you comfort.
  13. Misty Wilhite
    So sorry to hear of the passing of this sweet lady! May she be reunited with her loved ones and and rest peacefully. Prayers for her family and friends!
    Love, Misty
  14. Gail Kizer
    Ruby was absolutely one of the sweetest people I have ever met. I have so many wonderful memories of her. Up until the last year she would always send me a beautiful birthday card and write a lengthy story of her family and everyday happenings. She sure did love her family and was so proud of them. Ruby was such an easy person to love.
  15. Jamie Staley
    Praying for this precious family. She was definitely a very rare jewel that God placed here on earth.
  16. Lavern Rice
    I am so sorry to hear of Ruby's passing. She was a great lady. She and her identical twin sister, Ruth, were truly special people to the Rice Family.
  17. Faye Lewis
    Dear Family, I want to say that it’s been such a joy being in church with all of you, seeing the love you have for each other. Over the years you have said goodbye to some and rejoiced in the welcomes. This time is difficult and we pray you hold on to the memories for comfort.
    She always gave big hugs!
  18. Pam Leeper
    My prayers go out to the family for your loss. God Bless you all.
    Pam, Javelynn
  19. Tina Robinson
    So sorry to see Ms.Ruby passed away. I enjoyed working with her at Commercial Bank for many years. My prayers are with your family in this difficult time.
  20. Linda D. Barnett
    Cherie,
    I am so sorry to hear about the death of your Mother.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you!
  21. Dennis Wells
    Brown family, so sorry for your loss. I didn't know you Mom but I knew Larkin. Prayers for you and yours. Dennis Wells
  22. Lori
    A precious soul. And I’m sorry for your loss. Many prayers for your loss!!
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