Ruth Ann Smith Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth Ann Smith of Carmi, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 15, 2026 at the age of 89. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Ann Smith to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Floyd Daniel and Alta Ruth Ward (Tharp); and her brothers, Paul Ward and Van Ward. She is survived by: her husband Ted Smith of Carmi, IL; her daughters, Joan McMichael (Curtis) of Oklahoma City, OK and Jan Williams (Eric) of Argyle, TX; her grandchildren, Ryan Williams (Courtney) of Lantana, TX, Worth Williams (Deidra) of Dallas, TX and Court Roueche (Megan) of Oklahoma City, OK; her great grandchildren, Tanner, Ella, Sam, Sloane and Scarlett; and her nieces and nephews, Melanie Allyn, Paula Owen, Sonya Smith, Joyce Griner, Bruce Ward, Brett Ward and Brett Smith.
