Pat Ruth Smith Obituary

The passing of Pat Ruth Smith of Saint Joseph, Louisiana leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 28, 2025 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Pat Ruth Smith to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Clayton L. Whittington and Nannie Forman Whittington; and her siblings, Dutchie Whittington and Polly Wilkinson. She is survived by: her husband Kenneth Richard "Dickey" Smith; her children, John Sage Vinson Smith (Kirsten) and Piper Lowry Smith (James); her sister Rebecca Riggar; her grandchildren, Dempsey O'Donovan, Cian, Reed McMurry, Allie, Willow Smith and Hazel Smith; and her great grandchild Jack Dempsey Garrison. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Any planned memorials may be made to Tensas Academy or the charity of your choice.