Ruby Faye Jackson

Ruby Faye Jackson, age 74, of Maryville, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on January 15, 2026. She was born on November 14, 1951, in Knoxville, Tennessee to Robert William Pate and Alviena Armatine “Tina” Pate. Ruby dedicated her life to her work at Plasma Alliance, where she was a supervisor. Above all else Ruby was devoted to her family and friends, a dedicated wife to her late husband Eugene Jackson and a shining light to all that knew her.

She was preceded in death by her husband Charles “Eugene” Jackson, her mother Alviena Armatine “Tina” Pate, her father Robert William Pate and her brother Ronald Pate.

She is survived by her sons Gary Peters II, Shawn (Candace) Jackson, Jonah (Emily) Jackson, niece, Angie (Rex) Morrison, nephew, Chris (Jeni) Pate and grandson Dakota Peters. Also, extended family and friends. Ruby will be remembered for her loyalty, humor and fierce love for those closest to her.

Family will receive Friends at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel for Ruby’s celebration of life on February, 21, 2026 from 12-2pm with a service to follow at 2pm, officiated by John Lovelace. Condolences can be made at www.mynattfh.com