Betty Ruth Melton-Smith Obituary
The family announces the passing of Betty Ruth Melton-Smith of Celina, Tennessee on October 18, 2026. Betty, born on January 12, 1937, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Mary Dean (Sevier) and Herman T. Melton; her husband Clifton Smith (Bud); and her siblings, Bobby, W. T. (Billy), Joe, Alene, Kathleen and Francis.
She is survived by: her sons, David Smith, Jeff Smith and Marty Smith (Heather); her grandchildren, Ella Smith and Peyton Smith; her brothers, George Melton (Betty) and Fred Melton (Shirley); and her caregivers, Apryl McLerran, Loretta Tinsley and Rita Whaley.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Upton-Hay Funeral Home (307 W Lake Ave, Celina, TN 38551). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 at 2:30 PM at the Butler's Landing Cemetery.
The family request any memorial contributions be made to the Butler's Landing Cemetery.
