She was the widow of Calvin Handly, a retired seamstress for MonArk Boat Company and a member of First Assembly of God Church in Monticello. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Buddy Higgason, Milton Higgason, Victor Higgason; and one sister, Euna Ward.
Survivors include two sons, James Melvin Handley and wife Elaine of Greensboro, NC and John Wayne Handly and Karen of Wood River, IL; a daughter-in-law, Kedran Handly of Monticello; a grandson, David Handly of Monticello; three granddaughters, Dana Handly of Wilmar, Jennifer Handley McMillan and husband Jason of Walterboro, SC and Jamie Handley Miksch of Greensboro, NC; and six great-grandchildren, Corey, Connor, Thomas, Skylar, Matthew and Brandon.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 6, 2015 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel by Rev. Al Womack with burial in Oakland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(4)
Judy and Butch Selig
Benton, AR Thursday, November 5, 2015 We wish to extend our sincere sympathy to all the family. Mrs. Handly was such a kind lady and will be missed by many.Love and prayers,
Judy and Butch Selig
Kay McClain Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 4, 2015 You have my sincere sympathy at this sad time as you lay you precious mother to rest. I have not seen Mrs. Ruby in years but have fond memories of her as I was growing up in Monticello. She was always very kind to me. She was a well-respected lady.Vicki McKay
Houston, TX Tuesday, November 3, 2015 Aunt Ruby was a wonderful lady. Very hardworking all her life and lived a testament of a good Christian woman. She will be missed.Janice Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Tuesday, November 3, 2015 What a precious and beautiful lady Mrs. Ruby! She was such a delight to have known and called my friend. I cherish the memories of being with her. She was a true friend to all sharing her loving spirit. She truly loved you all. May God surround you with his loving arms to give you comfort. My prayers for you all.With love & sympathy,
Janice Gladden Wiggam