Ruby Arnold, 82 of Leadwood, passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at Mineral Area Regional Medical Center in Farmington.She was born September 13, 1930 in Leadwood to the late Joe and Elsie (Marlin) Pierce.Ruby was a member of the East Side Church of God and VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She was also preceded in death by husband, Fred Arnold and step father, Tom Wilkenson. Ruby is survived by daughters, Diane Avina and Yvonne (Michael) Delaney; son, Joe Maleki and wife Sheri; seven grandchildren; sisters, Carolyn (Mrs. Ebb) Watson, and Linda Pfeifer. Visitation will be held at C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home in Desloge, Thursday, December 20, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM.The service will be held, Friday, December 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Ryan Retzer officiating at the C.Z. Boyer and Son Chapel in Desloge.Memorials may be made to The East Side Church of God.