Ruby Louise Cox Johnston, aged 86, of Friendsville, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and sister passed away on July 9, 2021.  Louise was preceded in death by her husband, James Johnston of 54 years, her beloved mother and father, Reuben Lee Cox, and Lizzie Mae French Cox; and baby sister, Reba Deloris; and niece, Deborah Cox. She is survived by daughter, Connie (Bobby) Farrington; grandchild, Miranda (Ben) Morgan; great-grandchildren, Madysen and Shady; great-great grandchildren, Willow and Blaine (Pacyn) Poff; sisters, Edna Ruth Everett of Maryville and Geneva Howerton of Dandridge; brother, R.L. Cox of Friendsville; special niece, Leisa McDonald of North Carolina; and special friend, Frank Whitley.  She was a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church and will be dearly missed by her church family.  Louise was very active and willing to go when someone said, "Let's go."  She enjoyed working puzzles and doing yard work and loved to watch the Tennessee Vols Football and Basketball games.  She also loved just relaxing on her front porch swing, admiring all her beautiful flowers, she worked so hard in.  She will be missed by so many who loved her.  The family would like to thank all the doctors and staff at UT Cancer Center and Blount Memorial.  It was noticed and appreciated, Thank you!  All family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service 11:00 AM Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at Union Grove Methodist Church Cemetery, Rev. Allen Tyler officiating.  Family and friends may pay their respect from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM Monday at Miller Funeral Home, Maryville.