Ruth Ann Smith Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ruth Ann Smith of Columbus, Ohio, who passed away on January 16, 2026 at the age of 88. 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, Ralph Sr. O'Neal and Mae O'Neal (Timberlake); her husband Jack Smith; and her siblings, Harold, John, Mary and Ralph Jr..

She is survived by: her children, Susie Rovnak (Mark), Cindy Deliz, Janet Annis and Greg Smith (Sheila); her grandchildren, Anthony Deliz (Rachael), Christopher Deliz (Emily), Drew Harris (Gina), Paige Carter (Kyle), Nathan Annis, Amanda Annis (Rick King), Alex Smith and Jaci Straty (Daniel); and her great grandchildren, Aedan Deliz, Aria Straty, Zoe Harris, Rosie Harris, Oliver King, Damian King, Jack Deliz, Henry Deliz and Scottie Carter.

Memorial contributions in Ruth's memory may be sent to Capital City Hospice. (https://capitalcityhospice.com).