Ruth Susan Smith Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on January 13, 2026, at the age of 78, Ruth Susan Smith (Knoxville, Tennessee) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ruth leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Georgette Thurber and Kenneth Thurber. She is survived by: her son Travis Smith (Susan); her grandchildren, Summer Price (Tyler) and Hayden Smith (Shelby Liford); her great grandchild Emeri Price; and her brother Kenneth Thurber (Alice).
In lieu of flowers, the family asks the donations be made to Beaver Dam Baptist Church (4328 East Emory Road) or that her memory be honored through acts of kindness and service.
