Polly Ray, 69, of Cabot Arkansas, passed away with her family by her side on September 2, 2025. Polly was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa on November 8, 1955, to her late parents, Howard and Nina Osborne.
Polly is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 42 years, Charles Ray of Cabot; children Krissi Swain and Jacob Ray; her brother Patrick Osborne; grandsons Christian and Benjamin Swain and granddaughter Cloi Ray; and numerous and special nieces and nephews.
Polly is preceded in death by her two older brothers, Robert Osborne of St. Louis and Roy Osborne of Council Bluffs.
Polly was a passionate homemaker and wife. She loved nothing more than cooking, gardening and crocheting blankets for family and friends, and trying out new recipes. She also loved camping, fishing and spending time with her friends and family.
Her faith in Christ kept her spirit strong when her earthly body grew weary. She will always be remembered and loved for her shining light as a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
Visitation will be 2:00-4:00 p.m. Sunday, September 7th at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, 404 W. Dewitt Henry Dr., Beebe, Arkansas. Funeral will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 8, 2025, at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, with burial in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. To view the online register, visit www.smithfamilycares.com/westbrook
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404 West Dewitt Henry Drive, Beebe, AR 72012

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