Ruby Doris Bennett

Ruby Doris Bennett obituary, Walnut, MS

Ruby Doris Bennett

Ruby Bennett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 19, 2024.
Ruby Doris Bennett (Luna), a cherished member of the Walnut, MS community, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on July 2, 1952, in Ripley, MS, Ruby was known for her bright, loving spirit and profound devotion to her family.

Ruby is survived by her loving mother, Inez Otten; daughter, Brooke Flake; brothers, Don Luna (Eden), Jim Luna (Misty), and Jerry Luna (Tracy); granddaughters, Lauren Street (Bryan), Samantha Flake and grandson Mason Flake; nieces Jenny Wilbanks (Jim), Johnnie Brannon, Michelle May and Amy Luna; nephews, Jeremy Luna (Brandy), Lance Spiker-Luna; and a host of cousins and friends who will miss her dearly. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jerry Bennett, and her father, Vernon Luna.

A bright and loving free spirit, Ruby loved her family above all else, embodying the roles of a devoted daughter, sister, mother, wife, and grandmother with unwavering passion and grace.

In accordance with her wishes, Ruby will be cremated, and a private memorial will be held by her family to honor her memory and celebrate her life. Ruby's legacy of love and devotion will forever resonate with those who were fortunate to know her.

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