Ruby Fay Arnold, 88, of Enos, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 23, 2026.  Ruby was born on May 4, 1937, in Allen, Texas, to the late L.O. Kruse and Gracie Gertrude Caton Kruse. She was raised in the McKinney and Allen, Texas areas, where she built the strong foundation of faith, family, and hard work that would guide her throughout her life. Ruby later made her home in McKinney, Texas, where she faithfully worked as a secretary for US Brass for an incredible 42 years, forming many lasting friendships along the way. On November 2, 1992, Ruby married Leo Edwin Arnold, in McKinney. Together, they shared many happy years before settling in Enos, Oklahoma, in 1997, where she continued to create a warm and welcoming home for her family.
Ruby had a deep love for the simple joys of life. She was a proud member of the Sheriff's Posse Riding Club and the Pinto Riding Club in McKinney, Texas, where her love for horseback riding truly shined. She also attended the Enos House of Prayer. Ruby found great happiness in sewing, gardening, canning, raising puppies, and spending time outdoors. Most of all, she treasured her family and the time she spent with them.

She is survived by:

Husband:        Leo Arnold of Enos, Oklahoma

Daughter:        Tammy McEachern and Allen of Leonard, Texas

Brothers        Jackie Kruse and wife Nancy and Jerry Kruse and wife Carol

Sister:            Louise Arnold of Kingston, Oklahoma

Six grandchildren:    Jason Newby and wife Diane, Crimson Rose and husband Lance, Jay-Jay Wolfe and wife Amanda, Melynee McEachern, Ross McEachern and Jacob Newby

22 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild, all of whom she loved dearly

Ruby was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Jimmy Ray "Bubba" Newby, Jr.; her brothers, Alfred J. C. and Welburn; and her sisters, Jewel, Sue, Owita, Virginia and Judy.

Ruby will be remembered for her kind heart, her strong spirit, and the love she shared so freely with those around her. Her legacy lives on in the many lives she touched and the family she cherished.

Casket Bearers:     Jay Jay Wolfe, Jason Newby, Jacob Newby, Rylie Wolfe, Dawson Masingale, Colton Haney, Shane Rose, Ross McEachern

Honorary Bearers:     Trent Newby and Tyler Newby